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Stage 3 Kidney Disease and Diet: What can I eat?

Kidney & Bladder | Last Active: Mar 17 9:38am | Replies (756)

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@kamama94 My nephrologist tells me my remaining kidney is doing fine, although it is stage 3. Asked about dietary recommendations, but was told not to worry since I seem to be doing okay. However, I do have concerns with regard to my diet. Pardon my ignorance, but what is "Na," and are we talking about vitamin K and phosphorus?

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Nice to meet you! Sorry about the abbreviations. Na=sodium, K=potassium, P=phosphorus. Glad you're doing well!

@kamama94 phosphorus and potassium are damaging to kidneys in large amounts, so they are monitored and suggested levels given to patients with kidney issues. You might want to ask your nephrologist (or your primary care physician) for a referral to a nutritionist knowledgeable in kidney issues. You may be doing okay, but you don't know how or why you are doing okay. In my opinion, "just ok is not good enough" and if I can do more to make things better I want to know about it. Blessings to you.

I'm a bit surprised that your doctor told you not to worry since you seem to be doing okay. I don't mean to offend you but are you being aware of all the salt, protein, phosphorous, magnesium and potassium you are taking in each day??? I am trying my best to keep track of these things. I do still have some questions but I will just look these foods up online. I have CKD3 and my last GFR number was 49 which went up from 44. I don't get another blood test until August. I still have to be aware of how much sugar and fat I consume. It's not easy because you don't get much flavor when you take out the salt from foods, such as kidney beans, tuna, etc. I hope this helps you in some way. Good to hear that your kidney is doing well but I would still be careful about your daily intake of food. Best of luck!! Nancy

NA is sodium.
Are yo level 3A or3B? My doc says something else will kill me. I am 3A
Read Lee Hull’s book. Amazon has it. He is not a doc but just might be trying?