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Confused About Diet for Stage 3 or 4 Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Kidney & Bladder | Last Active: Jun 5, 2022 | Replies (156)Comment receiving replies
I would say at your stage to watch protein intake. Limit red meat- eat mostly chicken or fish. Give up coffee. Also watch phosporus intake which is found in dairy, legumes, and organ meat. You want to be as easy on your kidneys as possible. I went all the way to stage5 before my transplant and found that lowering the phosphorus really helped how I felt and functioned. At stage 3 - symptoms weren't really obvious to me.
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I mostly agree. I suggest going vegan but certainly stay away from red meat and processed foods and get your protein from plant-based sources. Phosphorous and potassium intake should be guided by what your labs tell you. I am stage IV and my phosphorous and potassium are normal. In fact, while I was on dialysis they were never out of range. So, I'm hot sure blanket statements apply for everyone. Regarding coffee, we just disagree. Here is what NKF says about coffee -- http://bit.ly/2Yx6H2M. I drink about four cups a day with nothing added. In fact, this renal site suggests it can be helpful. http://bit.ly/2YrVmkM
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But of course, I am not a medical professional. So, run it by your doctor, or nutritionist.