Side Effects of Meal Replacement Powders

There are a few, but very limited, side effects to using meal replacement powders. As mentioned in the protein side effects page, one common misconception is that excessive protein intake is harmful for the kidneys. However, this protein safety study on male bodybuilders showed that kidney function and excrement were within normal ranges. Nitrogen levels began to rise, however, so it is recommended to drink plenty of water with a high-protein diet. On the other hand, high-protein diets in women have been shown to increase calcium excrement. Calcium supplements are very important for women to take, as shown by this high-protein, high-calcium diet study, in which bone tissue loss was minimized.

Are Meal Replacement Powders safe?

Yes, meal replacement powders (MRPs) are safe so long as they are used sparingly (one a day is nice) and used in conjunction with clean foods and you are not allergic to any ingredients in the MRP.

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