The Heath Diet for Kidney Failure

The health diet can contribute a lot to slow down the development of kidney failure.

There are two things to know about the dialysis diet: First, it’s different from the food choices you may already be making and second, try not to make too many changes at once. Some people with kidney failure who are on the dialysis diet (also known as a kidney diet) start out focusing on what they “can’t” eat. While there are certainly foods and beverages to avoid, remember that following dialysis nutrition guidelines is a way to take control of your health and have a better quality of life.

Fluid

Fluid, which can be found in everything from beverages to fruit and vegetables, is usually not restricted at this point. Most people on dialysis need to limit fluid intake to 4-8 cups a day. Frozen grapes, lemon wedges, mouthwash rinses and ice help decrease thirst.

Potassium

You likely won't be on a restricted potassium diet unless your blood levels are high. Your type of treatment and personal lab results will determine if a low-potassium diet is needed. Limit common potassium sources such as bananas, oranges, potatoes, tomato products, avocado, yogurt and nuts.

Protein

As kidney function declines, you may be eating less protein to minimize protein-related waste buildup in your blood. A low-protein diet is no longer needed. In fact, people on dialysis need to eat extra protein to replace some lost during dialysis. Choose at least half of your protein from high-quality sources, such as meat, seafood, poultry and eggs.


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