Renal Diet Cookbook: The Ultimate Guide for Healthy Kidneys PDF
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Renal Diet Cookbook The Ultimate Guide for Healthy Kidneys © Copyright 2016 - All rights reserved. The contents of this book may not be reproduced, duplicated or transmitted without direct written permission from the author. Under no circumstances will any legal responsibility or blame be held against the publisher for any reparation, damages, or monetary loss due to the information herein, either directly or indirectly. Legal Notice: This book is copyright protected. This is only for personal use. You cannot amend, distribute, sell, use, quote or paraphrase any part or the content within this book without the consent of the author. Disclaimer Notice: Please note the information contained within this document is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Every attempt has been made to provide accurate, up to date and reliable complete information. No warranties of any kind are expressed or implied. 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Table of Contents Introduction Chapter 1: How to Follow the Renal Diet Chapter 2: Foods that You Can and Can’t Eat Chapter 3: Breakfast Recipes The Beach Boy Omelet Apple Fritter Rings Baked Egg Cups Sausage and Egg Sandwich Blueberry Smoothie Bowl Chapter 4: Soups and Sandwich Recipes Chicken Noodle Soup Grilled PBJ Sandwich Egg Sausage Soup Yucatan Lime Soup Tuna Salad Bagel Chapter 5: Main Course Recipes Chicken Stir-Fry Chili Con Carne Apple Pork Chops with Stuffing Shepherd’s Pie Grilled Salmon with an Herb Crust Chapter 6: Desserts Cherry Cake Blueberry Peach Crisp Chilled Lemon Cake Conclusion Introduction The kidneys are two virtual powerhouses, hidden away at the back of your abdominal cavity. It is their job to filter out the waste products from your body and eliminate them and, given that it is perfectly possible to live with just one kidney, many people don’t see them as very important at all. At one time, being diagnosed with kidney disease would have been seen as a disaster, but with the advances in medical technology, new medications and treatments such as dialysis, more and more people are learning how to live with kidney disease. As the kidneys become older or damaged, they face a much greater strain to do their jobs and can eventually stop working properly. This is known as chronic kidney disease and is usually the result of another medical condition, like hypertension or diabetes. In order to understand how kidney disease effects you, it is important to understand what the kidneys actually do in your body. Your kidneys are responsible for: Filtering out waste products and water from the blood Keeping mineral levels balanced so that your body functions as it should do Releasing hormones that work to regulate the blood pressure, ensure bone health and make the all-important red blood cells All of this is what makes you feel well and keeps you healthy. However, when the kidneys are under strain, they begin to lose their ability to do those jobs and they begin to decline, marking the start of a journey into chronic kidney disease. This is normally permanent and will only get worse as time goes by. Many people will not show any symptoms at all, even in the later stages of the disease. Chronic kidney disease can cause other serious complications and, if it goes untreated it will lead to kidney damage that is irreparable. This is known as end-stage renal disease. Other health complications include: Heart disease Anemia An increase in the risk of broken bones Hyperkalemia – a sudden rise in potassium levels A weak immune system Being diagnosed with kidney disease does not mean the end of the world, though. You can live with the disease and one of the most important things to do is to eat the right diet to give your kidneys the support they need. I will be giving you a brief overview of the renal diet, the foods that you can and cannot eat and then I will give you a few recipes, just to show you that you can eat a delicious selection of healthy meals. You don’t have to miss out on tasty food just because you have renal disease! Chapter 1: How to Follow the Renal Diet The renal diet is designed to control how much phosphorus and protein that you eat and you may also have to impose limits on how much sodium, potassium and calcium you consume as well. Following a renal diet can help to reduce the amount of waste that your body makes, thus reducing the strain on your kidneys and helping them to work better. It can also help to delay the onset of total renal failure. You do need to consult your doctor first, especially if you have other health conditions, like diabetes. Here we talk briefly about the changes you need to make to your diet. Protein – you must limit how much you eat to cut down on waste in the blood Phosphorus – you may also need to limit how much phosphorus you consume. This is because your kidneys will not be able to remove the extra phosphorus in your blood and this can lead to weak bones and low calcium Sodium – especially if you have hypertension or too much fluid in the body. Your limit should be 1500 mg per day and keep in mind that many foods already contain sodium Potassium – you may have to limit this if your healthcare provider determines that your levels are too high Liquids – although we often hear it said that we should drink more, for those in renal failure, too much liquid can lead to a buildup of fluid in the lungs and swelling and this can lead to other complications Other Dietary Guidelines You may have to take a mineral and vitamin supplement on a daily basis but you must only take what your healthcare provider tells you to. Do not use salt substitutes because they have potassium in them Always read the nutritional labels on food to check for salt levels as well as potassium and phosphorus While it may take time for you to settle into the renal diet, failure to follow the guidelines properly can lead to too few calories, not enough protein and not enough nutrients. You may find that you lose weight and, if you don’t follow the guidelines, your kidneys will be working overtime – this can lead to total renal failure sooner and you will then need to undergo dialysis. If you suffer from any of the following you must contact your healthcare provider immediately: You lose or gain weight too quickly You are short of breath You suffer from nausea and vomiting You are tired and weak You struggle to follow the diet guidelines Chapter 2: Foods that You Can and Can’t Eat You will need to consult with your healthcare provider and dietician to determine how much phosphorus, potassium, protein, sodium, and liquid you can actually have in your diet every day and they will also tell you the number of servings from each of the following food groups you can have. Do make sure you check food labels first. Starches – contain approximately 90 calories, 2 g of protein, 80 mg sodium, 35 mg phosphorus, 35 mg potassium per serving Breads Muffins Bagels Hamburger or Hotdog Buns Rice Pasta Crackers Popcorn Tortilla Chips Pretzel Sticks Wafers Cookies Vegetables – one serving contains approximately 1 g protein, 15 mg sodium, 25 calories and 20 mg phosphorus. The sodium level is for canned or vegetables prepared without any extra salt. Low Potassium Bean sprouts Green beans Raw cabbage
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