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Stage 3 Kidney Disease and Diet: What can I eat?
Kidney & Bladder | Last Active: Aug 26 12:20pm | Replies (800)Comment receiving replies
Hi,
I am not sure what GFR stands for in my kidney reading, I am at stage 2 to3 my GFR is 72.
I have only one kidney, I am having problems with constipation, it goes along with
kidney failure, I just found out.
I still working on my diet, it is abit confusing, I am off all sugar and dairy.
I find I have more energy, and feel better.
Thanks Darlene
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@tecalai276 Welcome, Darlene, to Mayo Clinic Connect, we're glad to see you here!
eGFR stands for "estimated glomerular filtration rate", and is a measurement of how much blood passes through the filtering components of our kidneys per minute [the glomeruli]. A reading of 72 shows you are solidly in Stage 2, and is a healthy place to be!
Yes, constipation can be an issue in any disorder we have, and seems to be more important in kidney disease. Making sure you have a good diet for your health conditions, getting moderate exercise, moderating your stress levels, and following your medical team's suggestions, will go a long way to keeping healthy. Fresh fruits and vegetables are important. Some people use products like Miralax or Metamucil as a remedy for constipation.
As you read through the posts here, you will find the general consensus is diet is of utmost importance. It pays to take your time and find what works best for you. If you have additional health concerns you may need to tweak things for your needs. For example, I am prone to gout, so I cannot/do not eat shellfish, purines, and pork products. I am also lactose intolerant, and there goes ice cream!
Ginger