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When your kidneys fail, wastes that normally leave the body in your urine remain in your blood. These wastes can become toxic, making you feel sick and cause damage to your heart, lungs, bones, and other tissues.
What you eat affects the waste build up in your blood. Your diet depends on how well your kidneys are working, your body size, other medical conditions you may have, and what types of treatments you are receiving. As your kidney function or treatments change, your diet may need to change to keep you healthy.
When you have Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), a dietitian who specializes in CKD Nutrition can work with you to plan meals that are healthy and delicious. Ask your kidney doctor (nephrologist) to refer you to a dietitian, or call any of the Puget Sound Kidney Centers to speak to a Renal Dietitian, who can help you find a dietitian in your community.
