From: Thom <tvetter@televar.com>

> From: JETHURNAU@aol.com

> Subject: high protein diets

>

> Hi

> My name is Julie Thurnau and I am just finishing up a dietetic internship

> through UNC. I have a reletive who is following a very high protein, low

> carbohydrate diet to lose weight. I have tried to find resources through

> medline showing the adverse effects, with few results. I am hoping to get

> some feedback on ketosis and adverse effects. I know the basics: possible

> dehydration, enlarged kidneys/liver, high fat and heart disease. But I also

> subscribe to the

> ketogenic group and have yet to hear of side effects except a possible

> pancreatitis attack. Can anyone help?

> Thanks in advance,

> Julie

Julie

Which diet is she following? A diet like the "Zone" diet is not truly a

high protein diet, but a moderate protein, moderate carb, moderate fat

diet.

thom