Apr 25, 2025 · Diets high in protein aren’t known to cause medical problems in healthy people. But there are a wide range of these types of diets. One extreme example is the carnivore diet …

Jan 23, 2025 · C-reactive protein, also called CRP, is a protein made by the liver. The level of CRP increases when there's inflammation in the body. A simple blood test can check your C …

Mar 20, 2025 · Your kidneys filter waste products from your blood while keeping what your body needs — including proteins. However, some diseases and conditions allow proteins to pass …

Oct 31, 2024 · What does it mean if you have high blood proteins? Learn about the role proteins play in your body and the possible causes of this blood test result.

Feb 27, 2025 · Makers of protein shakes may say that their products help lower body fat or promote weight loss. But protein shakes aren't a magic way to lose weight. Some studies find …

Dec 9, 2023 · The liver makes C-reactive protein (CRP) as part of the body's response to injury or infection. The response causes swelling inside the body, called inflammation. Inflammation …

May 13, 2023 · Overview Amyloidosis (am-uh-loi-DO-sis) is a rare disease that occurs when a protein called amyloid builds up in organs. This amyloid buildup can make the organs not work …

Oct 24, 2023 · A urinalysis involves checking the appearance, concentration and content of urine. For example, a urinary tract infection can make urine look cloudy instead of clear. Increased …

Jan 30, 2025 · COVID-19 vaccines lower your risk of getting sick, seriously ill or dying from the disease. But how do the different types of COVID-19 vaccines work? Each COVID-19 vaccine …

Mar 20, 2025 · Protein in urine — also called proteinuria (pro-tee-NU-ree-uh) — is an excess of bloodborne proteins in urine. Protein is one of the substances measured in a lab test to …