Tag: Diet and urea

Over 90% of the body's urea is produced in the liver and eliminated by the kidneys. This nitrogenous waste product is a natural byproduct of protein and amino acid metabolism, meaning that any food that produces urea in the body contains protein. The amount of urea generated directly corresponds to the quantity of protein consumed.

Urea is a waste product from protein metabolism, and dietary intake is a significant factor in its levels. Certain foods cause high urea by increasing the protein load on the body, particularly when kidney function is compromised.