Consuming a high amount of protein can cause unhealthy weight gain, increase risk for obesity, and lead to dehydration and kidney damage Justine Habibian, Ph.D., R.D.N. A growing number of children ...
There have also been cases of increased moodiness and aggressive behavior especially in kids. Children are usually sensitive to a lack of enough protein because their bodies are still developing.
Researchers from the University of Michigan Health’s C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital surveyed nearly 1,000 adults with kids aged 13 to 17 nationwide to uncover habits around protein intake.