What is a consequence of excess protein intake?

High-protein diets may tout weight loss, but this type of weight loss may only be short-term. Excess protein consumed is usually stored as fat, while the surplus of amino acids is excreted. This can lead to weight gain over time, especially if you consume too many calories while trying to increase your protein intake.

Writing, you can revisit previous parts of the lesson by returning to the course map. be sure to refer to the lab’s student guide, which you can find on the first page of the lab experiment activity