protien???

I've read that too much protein can cause stress on the kidneys. But I think that's more so if you're trying to aim for a high-protein diet (body builders think they need a lot). It won't hurt you if you go over once and awhile (I go over more than I'd like to).

I can't find anything that says how much is too much though. No matter what, if you can try to balance everything out, it's always better. From what I've read you should try to stick to 7g for every 20lb you weigh.

Quoted from: http://www.thedoctorwillseeyounow.com/articles/nutrition/protein_2/
"The typical American diet, as we said earlier, is already providing plenty of protein. There is no value in adding even more protein to that amount, since protein cannot be stored in the body and the excess is eliminated in urine and feces. When people start consuming too much protein (over 2.0 g/kg/d), the extra protein can become a stressful stimulus for the kidney. This is even more of a concern as we get older and our organs are less efficient and effective."