Does Your Body Absorb Protein When You Have Diarrhea?
                                
                                
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                                According to the National Institutes of Health, intestinal infections can lead to malabsorption of macronutrients, including protein. So, does your body absorb protein when you have diarrhea? The short answer is that while some absorption may occur, the overall efficiency is compromised, leading to a significant loss of protein and other vital nutrients.