The low protein renal diet controls the intake of fluid, protein, sodium, potassium, and phosphorus. One question that is often asked about this kidney diet is whether protein is allowed or not. Well, the answer is that it depends upon the status of your kidneys.

The amount nutrients in the diet are based on your blood levels of sodium, potassium, phosphorus, calcium, albumin, and urea. These levels are measured before and immediately after a dialysis treatment.

Read the rest of this entry »