Protein Power
What is the recommended protein intake for CKD?
0.6–0.8 g/kg/day for non-dialysis CKD
Why are dark colas risky for kidney patients?
High in phosphorus additives
What is a normal GFR?
>90 mL/min/1.73m²
What happens if protein intake is too high in CKD?
Can accelerate kidney damage, ↑ urea
What’s the risk of too much fluid in renal failure?
Fluid overload → edema, hypertensio
potassium levels can cause what dangerous condition?
Cardiac arrhythmia
What does "high biological value protein" mean?
Proteins that contain all essential amino acids
Explain how phosphorus additives affect kidneys.
Extra phosphorus burdens the kidneys
What does elevated creatinine mean?
Poor kidney filtration