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Old 05-13-2007, 07:35 PM   #32
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Diggy4, you asked if higher protein foods affect liver shunt babies, and the answer is yes. If they are given high, animal protein diets, they will eventually show hepatic encephalopathy symptoms(ie. drooling, head pressing, seizures, etc.). It's very, very hard on their livers and bodies...
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