Too much protein is not good for your arteries

Bodybuilders and gym bunnies should be aware that consuming excessive protein could be harmful to their arteries. — dpa

Protein shakes are the elixir of choice for many of the world’s legions of lycra-clad gym bunnies and flexing tin-shifters: After all, a body needs protein for the repair and recovery of muscles and tissues.

But there is such a thing as too much of a good thing: Getting over 22% of dietary calories from protein, usually obtained from eggs, meat and milk, can cause hardened arteries – a condition that in turn can lead to stroke, heart failure and heart attack.