Do regular high protein diets have potential health risks on kidney functions in athletes

A study of bodybuilders showed during a 7 day nutritional analysis, as well as blood and urine testing in order to see if there is impaired renal function with a high protein intake. The tests found that protein intakes under 2.8 g per kg had no effect on renal function.

Do athletes need more Dietary Protein and Amino Acids

 An overview of a study done looking at protein intakes for athletes. Coming to a conclusion of strength trained athletes 1.4-1.8 g per kg a day and endurance athletes 1.2-1.4 g per kg a day.


http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7550257

Soy protein

http://www.nutritionj.com/content/5/1/12

Protein in Urine

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/protein-in-urine/MY00630/TAB=indepth

Soy vs. Whey Protein

http://articles.elitefts.com/articles/nutrition/the-effect-of-whey-and-soy-protein-supplementation-on-lean-body-mass-lbm-of-resistance-trained-young-men/