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Proteins are a very important part of the body. You need protein to help with normal growth. It also helps with wound healing and fighting infection. Because of some illnesses, you may need to limit the amount of protein in the food you eat. ‚
General
A low protein diet limits the amount of protein in your diet each day. When you have a problem with your kidneys or liver, eating too much protein may cause a build-up of waste products in your blood. This may make you feel very tired. You may have less appetite. Your doctor may work with a dietitian to decide the right amount of protein for you to have each day. This will be based on your health problem. ‚
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What will the results be?
This diet may help you: ‚
- Keep a balance of electrolytes, minerals, and fluids in your blood
- Have less protein waste products in your blood
- Lower the amount of protein in your blood
Who should use this diet?
This diet is used by people who have kidneys or livers that are not working the right way. It is also used by people whose body has a problem breaking down proteins. ‚
Who should not use this diet?
You should not use this food plan if you have not talked with your doctor about a low protein diet. ‚
What foods are good to eat?
- Raw fruits and veggies like papaya, blackberries, tomatoes, cucumbers, plantains, lettuce, cauliflower, and broccoli
- Fruit and veggie juices like orange juice and carrot juice
- Dried fruits like prunes and apricots
- Cooked veggies like parsnips, sweet potatoes, green beans, Chinese cabbage, mushrooms, cauliflower, pumpkin, bamboo shoots, kale, mung beans, potatoes, and sweet corn
- Veggie soups, mushroom soup, and sauerkraut
- Types of grains like wheat, rye, oatmeal, and pita
- Raisin or banana bread
- Wheat bran muffins
- Breakfast foods like instant oatmeal, corn flakes, or frozen waffles
- Snack foods like potato chips, tortilla chips, and popcorn
- Dessert foods like yellow and chocolate cakes or fruit-based pies
What foods should be limited or avoided?
- Meat
- Fish
- Poultry
- Eggs
- Milk
- Yogurt
- Cheese
- Peanut butter
Where can I learn more?
National Kidney Foundation ‚
http://www.kidney.org/atoz/content/enjoy.cfm ‚
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This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from your health care provider. This is only a brief summary of general information. It does NOT include all information about conditions, illnesses, injuries, tests, procedures, treatments, therapies, discharge instructions or life-style choices that may apply to you. You must talk with your health care provider for complete information about your health and treatment options. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to accept your health care providers advice, instructions or recommendations. Only your health care provider has the knowledge and training to provide advice that is right for you. ‚
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