TOO Much Protein Damages Kidneys & Longevity?! -Dr. Ted Naiman

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Kane interviews Dr. Ted Naiman, who argues protein is the most important macronutrient because the body constantly turns it over. Naiman’s rule of thumb is one gram of protein per pound of ideal body weight, calculated as 100 pounds for the first five feet plus five pounds per inch for women, and 110 pounds plus five per inch for men. He claims older, sedentary, and insulin-resistant people may need more protein, not less, and that high-protein feeding studies show no kidney damage, calling protein restriction for kidney disease and longevity unsupported by human evidence. Naiman also claims animal protein is more complete and digestible than plant protein, prefers whole food over shakes and bars for satiety, and explains his protein-to-energy framework. He names waist-to-height ratio and appearance as his favourite free health measures.

Key takeaways

• Naiman recommends targeting one gram of protein per pound of ideal body weight
• Naiman claims protein does not damage healthy kidneys and that restriction lacks evidence for most kidney patients
• Naiman claims protein restriction has not been shown to extend human lifespan
• Naiman rates animal protein above plant protein for amino acid completeness and digestibility
• Naiman says waist should be half of height or less as a marker of metabolic health

Episode details: published April 15, 2021 · 60.3K views · 17:08 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. The health and nutrition claims described are Lillie Kane’s or her guests’, presented for education — not medical advice. Kane is a certified nutrition health coach, not a physician. Consult a qualified professional before changing your own health practices.

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