Choosing a Pre-dialysis Diet Plan By Mathea Ford, RD/LD
Why Do I Need a Pre-Dialysis Diet Plan? • Dialysis is not as effective as a full functioning kidney • Must assist the kidney by limiting certain foods and nutrients
Which Pre-Dialysis Diet to Follow?
• 5 different stages in kidney deterioration should each have different diet needs • A person at the initial stages of kidney disease should have a lower protein diet • Those who are at the end stage of the renal disease should increase their protein intake
Protein Intake and Pre-Dialysis Diet • Those who are in the initial stage of renal disease should reduce the intake of protein and should control their blood pressure • This will assist to slow down the progression of kidney failure
Low Sodium and Pre-Dialysis Diet • A low sodium diet will help preventing high blood pressure • Will assist your kidneys in retaining water in our body
Fluid Intake and Pre-Dialysis Diet • The amount of fluid you take in should be restricted • Fluid intake of 5-7 glasses a day
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