Some people believe that simply eating more protein increases muscle mass. While adequate protein intake provides the building blocks for synthesis of new muscle tissue, repetitive stress on the muscles (through exercise) is necessary to increase muscle mass. Excessive protein intake can actually be harmful.

Required:
What are possible consequences of excessive protein intake?

Respuesta :

Answer:

An over consumption of protein maybe associated with: Weight gain. The excess in calories from excess protein may be stored as body fat. Intestinal irritation can happen too. Too much protein has been linked to constipation, diarrhea and/or excessive gas and dehydration

Explanation: