CALCIUM/PHOSPHORUS
WHAT FOODS ARE HIGH IN PHOSPHOURS
*MILK
*CHEESE/DAIRY FOODS
*DRIED BEANS/PEAS/LENTILS
*NUTS
*CHOCOLATE
What organ is responsible for filtering waste and excess fluids from the blood?
The Kidney
What are some low-sodium foods?
Fresh fruits and vegetables, unsalted nuts, lean meats.
scrambled eggs with spinach and whole wheat toast or french toast with syrup
Scrambled eggs with spinach and whole wheat toast
What is the most common cause of kidney disease, often linked to high blood sugar levels?
Diabetes
CONTAIN PHOSPHORUS ADDITIVES THAT ARE ABSORBED 100% IN THE BLOODSTREAM.
WHAT IS THE GOAL FOR MY ALBUMIN LEVEL
3.5 OR HIGHER
What are some foods high in potassium?
Bananas, oranges, potatoes, tomatoes, spinach, avocados
Does rice have low-potassium or low-sodium?
What are kidney-friendly foods?
fruits, vegetables, and some proteins like egg whites, fish, and skinless chicken.
CAN CAUSE VASCULAR DISEASE
CAN CAUSE MUSCLE WEAKNESS AND CONFUSION.
WHY IS ALBUMIN SO IMPORTANT TO PERITONEAL DIALYSIS PATIENTS?
YOU LOSE PROTEIN IN THE DIALYSIS FLUID -SO ITS IMPORTANT TO REPLACE LOSSES
HELPS IMMUNE RESPONSE/FIGHT INFECTIONS
PROVIDES ENERGY
MAINTAIN HEALTH
What are some foods high in sodium to avoid?
Processed foods, canned soups, salty snacks, fast food, pickled foods
WHAT DOES PTH STAND FOR?
WHAT FODS ARE HIGH IN SODIUM
FAST FOODS
CANNED SOUPS
PACKAGED FOODS
FROZEN DINNERS
HOW DO I CONTROL MY PHOSPHORUS LEVEL?
FOLLOW A LOW PHOSPHORUS DIET
TAKE YOUR PRESCRIBED BINDERS WITHE MEALS AND SNACKS
COMPLETE DIALYSIS TREATMENTS AS PRESCRIBED.
The kidneys play a role in the activation of this vitamin, which is essential for calcium absorption?
Vitamin D
What should we be controlling in our diet?
controlling the intake of proteins, potassium, sodium, and phosphorus
Steamed carrots has low-potassium or low-sodium?
Low potassium
SUPPLEMENT ARE GOOD FOR DIALYSIS PATIENTS?
YES
BE SURE TO DISCUSS WITH YOUR DIETITIAN!
WHAT IS A PHOSPHORUS BINDER?
TUMS
AURYXIA
PHOS LO/CALCIUM ACETATE
RENVELA/SEVELAMER
WHAT FOODS ARE HIGH IN PROTEIN
MEAT
FISH
POULTRY
EGGS
LEGUMES/GREEK YOGURT
Why should we monitor Phosphorus?
Damaged kidneys cannot excrete excess phosphorus, leading to higher blood phosphorus levels, which can lead to bone disease and bone weakening.
Why should sodium be monitored?
too much can lead to high blood pressure and fluid retention
YES!
TALK TO YOUR DIETITIAN TO DISCUSS OPTIONS