Question

- What is the role of protein in heart disease and diabetes?

Answer 1

Diatery proteins sometimes may be a reason for hear disease like heart failure. Higher intake of animal protein associated with increased cardiovascular mortality. For example Diet rich in saturated fat contained in the meat and dairy products linked with increased risk of heart attack and stroke.

In diabetes excessive consumption of protein and low insulin level can lead to a greater conversion of protein to glucose,so which leads to negative effects on control of blood sugar

Protein requires insulin for metabolism. In a well controlled diabetic patient,large amount of protein will contribute glucose production.