Effect of High Protein Diets on Kidney Health Among Athletes and BodyBuilders With Normal Kidney Function

Authors

• Mustafa Mehdi Alqazzaz, Medical Laboratory Techniques Dept., College of Health and Medical Technology, Al-Esraa University, Baghdad/IraqFollow
• Sajad Abdullah Jleep, Medical Laboratory Techniques Dept., College of Health and Medical Technology, Al-Esraa University, Baghdad/Iraq
• Nouran Hussein Mutlaq, Medical Laboratory Techniques Dept., College of Health and Medical Technology, Al-Esraa University, Baghdad/Iraq
• Ali Jabbar Jassem, Medical Laboratory Techniques Dept., College of Health and Medical Technology, Al-Esraa University, Baghdad/Iraq

Article Type

Original Study

Abstract

This study emphasizes the effect of high-protein diets(HPD) on kidney function, focusing on key biomarkers (Albumin, Urea, Creatinine & GFR). A HPD is defined as a protein consumption >1.5g/kg per day. Results indicated variations in certain biomarkers among the participants (healthy athletes & bodybuilders with normal kidney function) suggesting potential changes in renal workload. Many studies in resistance-trained athletes focusing at HPD, concluded that there are no harmful effects of HPD on renal health. While no immediate kidney damage was observed, we suggest further investigation into the long -term implications of HPD, particularly for individuals with specific health conditions.

Keywords

High-protein diets, Renal function, Creatinine, GFR, Athletes

Recommended Citation

Alqazzaz, Mustafa Mehdi; Jleep, Sajad Abdullah; Mutlaq, Nouran Hussein; and Jassem, Ali Jabbar (2026) "Effect of High Protein Diets on Kidney Health Among Athletes and BodyBuilders With Normal Kidney Function," Al-Esraa University College Journal for Medical Sciences: Vol. 7: Iss. 11, Article 16.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.70080/2790-7937.1087