Diabetic Nephropathy - Pathology
Nutritional -
updated: 15 March 2008
Dietary Management
In the early stages of kidney disease, careful dietary management may slow down the process of kidney disease. A diet low in sodium, potassium, and phosphorus, three substances regulated by the kidneys, is essential in managing kidney disease. Other dietary restrictions, such as reducing protein, may also be required. Your physician might suggest that you consult a renal dietitian who has special training in diets for persons with kidney disease. Persons who are vegetarians naturally have diets high in potassium and phosphorus and therefore need good nutritional advice. If you have to limit phosphorus, sodium, or protein, remember the following:
- Phosphorus is especially high in dairy products (milk, cheese, ice cream); dried beans and peas; nuts and peanut butter; some salt substitutes; and cocoa, beer and cola soft drinks.
- Sodium is especially high in table salt, canned soup, processed cheese, snack foods, prepared and "fast foods," pickles, olives, sauerkraut, and smoked and cured food (ham, bacon, luncheon meat).
- Protein is found in large amounts in food from animal sources (poultry, meat, seafood, eggs, dairy products). Protein is found in smaller amounts in food from plant sources (bread, cereal, grain, vegetables, fruit).
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