Kidney-Friendly Diets for Dialysis Patients
Kidney disease is diagnosed in stages, and each stage has its own dietary needs. As kidney disease progresses in stages, the body becomes unable to assimilate protein properly, so the intake of protein is reduced. Stage Five, the final stage, will require dialysis and another change in diet. It is necessary to work with a dietician to maintain the best possible health. Not only will the body’s requirement for protein change, but the intake of sodium, potassium and phosphorous will have to be restricted. The patient will also have to drink less.
