How to lower high creatinine level of PKD by diet - PKD diet

Many PKD patients concern about one problem - how to lower high creatinine level by diet . The following content will give you some suggestion about this problem .

Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is an inherited disease that affects the kidneys. Sacs of fluid (called cysts) grow in the kidneys. If too many cysts grow or if they get too big, the kidneys become damaged. The cysts may also cause pain or may get infected.
PKD is the most common inherited disease in the United States. Children of parents who have PKD have a 50% chance of getting the disease.

Diet suggestions for PKD patients with high creatinine level

Dietary restrictions

There isn't a specific diet that will totally prevent cysts from developing.Photo Credit wavebreakmedia/iStock/Getty Images
The National Kidney Foundation explains that "no specific diet is known to prevent cysts from developing." Moreover, the usual low-protein diet that helps slow the progression of chronic disease in other kidney patients has no proven benefit to people with PKD. While diet may have little preventative value, it does minimize the symptoms of renal failure once kidney function begins to decline.

diet principle for PKD patients

Low potassium and low phosphorus diets are often recommended.
Healthy kidneys regulate levels of potassium and phosphorus in the blood. As kidney function declines, the kidneys are less able to regulate these levels and serum potassium and serum phosphorus levels often become elevated. Nephrologists recommend low-potassium and low-phosphorus diets to offset the high serum levels of these minerals. If you have PKD, your nephrologist can recommend if potassium and phosphorus restriction is needed and how much of these minerals you can safely eat.

High potassium foods like lentils should be eaten very sparingly.
High potassium foods such as acorn squash, potatoes, tomatoes, broccoli, orange juice, lentils and other legumes must be eaten very sparingly. Healthier choices include mushrooms, onions and green peppers because these are low-potassium foods.

High phosphorus foods such as milk, organ meats, beer, chocolate and cola drinks should be avoided if your phosphorus levels are high. Doctors may prescribe phosphorus binders

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The Relationship Between Potassium and CKD Diet

The proper diet is very important for kidney failure patients . Do you want to know the diet principle .Read the following content .The following content will introduce the relationship between potassium and CKD diet .

Potassium, sodium, calcium, phosphorus and other minerals are critical for the proper function of your kidneys and their ability to keep the water balance of your blood, as well as their ability to remove toxins. If you have kidney problems and you eat too much of any of these substances, you can can cause permanent damage to your body. A high level of potassium in the blood can lead to heart rhythm problems, and if left untreated can even lead to death.

What is a safe level of potassium in my blood?

Ask your doctor or dietitian about your monthly blood potassium level and enter it here:
If it is 3.5-5.0………………………You are in the SAFE zone
If it is 5.1-6.0………………………You are in the CAUTION zone
If it is higher than 6.0……………..You are in the DANGER zone

How can I keep my potassium level from getting too high?

You should limit foods that are high in potassium. Your renal dietitian will help you plan your diet so you are getting the right amount of potassium.
Eat a variety of foods but in moderation.
If you want to include some high potassium vegetable in your diet, leach them before using. Leaching is a process by which some potassium can be pulled out of the vegetable. Instructions for leaching selected high potassium vegetables can be found at the end of this fact sheet. Check with your dietitian on the amount of leached high potassium vegetables that can be safely included in your diet.
Do not drink or use the liquid from canned fruits and vegetables, or the juices from cooked meat.
Remember that almost all foods have some potassium. The size of the serving is very important. A large amount of a low potassium food can turn into a high- potassium food.
If you are on dialysis, be sure to get all the treatment or exchanges prescribed to you.

What foods are high in potassium (greater than 200 milligrams per portion)?

Many food are hign in potassium .Like banana ,ArtichokeChocolate (1.5-2 ounces)
Banana (½ whole)Bamboo ShootsGranola
CantaloupeBaked BeansMilk, all types (1 cup)
Dates (5 whole)Butternut SquashMolasses (1 Tablespoon)
Dried fruitsRefried Beans

There are a little part of food include potassium .If you want to know more .Or if you have any questions about kidney disease , Contact me through kidneyfailure@hotmail.com .

Suggested Diet for Polycystic Kidney Disease Patients

How to restore your kidney function in PKD patients and remove the cyst.In my opinion not only find a suitable therapy.In other hand healthy living with PKD is also a important part . Do you want to find the right diet for your disease.Follow me find the answer from the following article.

Polycystic kidney disease is far from the death sentence that you might fear. Only 24,828 of the 527,283 Americans treated for end-stage kidney disease in 2007 had polycystic disease, according to the 2009 Annual Report of the U.S. Renal Data System. The Merck Manual explains that the most patients do not need dialysis or transplant during childhood. If the patient's kidney function declines, diet may help prevent some of the symptoms of renal failure.

PKD

Dietary changes can ease symptoms of PKD. The National Institutes of Health explains that patients with polycystic kidney disease, PKD, have clusters of cysts on their kidneys. There are two types of PKD: autosomal recessive PKD, ARPKD, and autosomal dominant PKD, ADPKD. Regardless of the type, the cysts eventually get so bad that the kidneys are less able to function. The NIH reports that polycystic kidney disease usually leads to renal failure, but certain dietary changes can ease symptoms.

Potassium and Phosphorus

Low potassium and low phosphorus diets are often recommended.

Healthy kidneys regulate levels of potassium and phosphorus in the blood. As kidney function declines, the kidneys are less able to regulate these levels and serum potassium and serum phosphorus levels often become elevated. Nephrologists recommend low-potassium and low-phosphorus diets to offset the high serum levels of these minerals. If you have PKD, your nephrologist can recommend if potassium and phosphorus restriction is needed and how much of these minerals you can safely eat.

Food Choices

High potassium foods like lentils should be eaten very sparingly.

High-potassium foods such as acorn squash, potatoes, tomatoes, broccoli, orange juice, lentils and other legumes must be eaten very sparingly. Healthier choices include mushrooms, onions and green peppers because these are low-potassium foods.

High phosphorus foods such as milk, organ meats, beer, chocolate and cola drinks should be avoided if your phosphorus levels are high. Doctors may prescribe phosphorus binders -- a type of drug that binds to the phosphorus and causes its excretion.

At last I want  introduce to you one of Traditional Chinese therapy.Micro-Chinese Medicine Osmotherapy. This therapy can make the Chinese herb Penetrate into the kidneys directly.So this therapy can take effect quickly .

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