Renal Diet Recipes: A renal diet is one that is low in sodium, phosphorous and protein.

By Barry Peterson

Researchers are discovering more and more links between chronic diseases, inflammation and "super foods" that may prevent or protect against undesirable fatty acid oxidation, a condition that occurs when the oxygen in your body reacts with fats in your blood and your cells. Oxidation is a normal process for energy production and many chemical reactions in the body, but excessive oxidation of fats and cholesterol creates molecules known as free radicals that can damage your proteins, cell membranes and genes. Heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and other chronic and degenerative conditions have been linked to oxidative damage.However, foods that contain antioxidants can help neutralize free radicals and protect the body. Many of the foods that protect against oxidation are included in the kidney diet and make excellent choices for dialysis patients or people with chronic kidney disease (CKD).Making certain lifestyle changes, such as eating healthy foods, working with a renal dietitian and following a renal diet made up of kidney-friendly foods is important for people with kidney disease because they experience more inflammation and have a higher risk for cardiovascular disease.Wastes in the blood come from food and liquids that are consumed. People with kidney disease must adhere to a renal diet to cut down on the amount of waste in their blood. Following a renal diet may also bolster kidney function and delay total kidney failure.A renal diet is one that is low in sodium, phosphorous and protein. A renal diet stresses the importance of consuming high-quality protein and limiting fluids. Some renal diets may also call for limited potassium and calcium. Every person is different, and therefore, a dietician will work with each patient to come up with a renal diet that is tailored to his or her needs.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B08JB1XCTB
• ISBN13: 9798687227858
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 214 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.5" x 8.5"