Protein Intake for Chronic Kidney Disease

Protein is the necessity of our body. But patients should well manage the protein intake with chronic kidney disease.
Protein can be tricky for chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients. Although protein is a necessary nutrient, CKD patients are often faced with the dilemma of having to limit protein intake.
Unhealthy kidneys lose the ability to remove protein waste. Protein waste starts to build up in the blood. As kidney function continues to decline, more waste accumulates. Blood tests that measure protein waste include blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine. These tests help your doctor assess how much the kidneys are working. A lower protein diet may be prescribed to help reduce waste accumulation. Some studies show that reducing protein intake may help slow the progression of kidney disease in some people. Dietary protein intake for CKD patients is based on the stage of kidney disease, nutrition status and body size. Low protein diets can cause protein malnutrition, and therefore should not be followed without medical supervision. Counseling sessions with a registered dietitian who provides medical nutrition therapy is recommended for planning and monitoring effects of a low protein diet.

With different stages of chronic kidney disease, there are different amount that they should eat. So you are suggested to consult your doctor and he will arrange you a proper protein amount for your condition. You can also send an email to kidneyask@hotmail.com.