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Nepro
®
Homemade Vanilla Reclosable Plastic Bottle
Now available for purchase at Abbottstore.com !
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Learn more about resources to help you reach your nutritional goals while on dialysis
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Protein, Potassium, and Phosphorus: Three Key Ps of Renal Health
Proper nutrition is especially important when you are receiving dialysis. Choosing foods carefully to get the right amount of protein, potassium, and phosphorus can help you make the most of every day. Ask your dietitian about your unique needs for:
Protein
Make Good Protein Choices
Protein is used by the body for building, repairing, and maintaining body tissues. It also helps fight infections and keeps your fluids in balance. You need extra protein because some of it is lost during dialysis. It's important for you to choose foods that are high in protein but lower in sodium, potassium, and phosphorus.
Another good choice for occasional use
Nepro
®
with Carb Steady
®
is available at Walgreens, H-E-B, Rite Aid, Giant-Landover, Stop & Shop, and through Abbott Nutrition Home Delivery (1-800-986-8502).
Potassium
Control Your Potassium Intake
Potassium is a mineral found in many fruits and vegetables, and it helps your nerves, muscles, and heart work properly. For people with CKD, the kidneys can no longer filter potassium properly from the blood, so high levels can build up in the blood, leading to nausea, weakness, irregular heartbeat, and even heart failure. So it's important to control the amount of high-potassium foods you eat.
Another good choice for occasional use
Nepro
®
with Carb Steady
®
is available at Walgreens, H-E-B, Rite Aid, Giant-Landover, Stop & Shop, and through Abbott Nutrition Home Delivery (1-800-986-8502).
Phosphorus
Control Your Phosphorus Intake
Phosphorus is a mineral found in many foods and food additives. When your kidneys aren't working right, phosphorus can build up in your blood. Too much phosphorus can lead to bone and heart problems, so it's important to control the amount of phosphorus you eat.
Another good choice for occasional use
Nepro
®
with Carb Steady
®
is available at Walgreens, H-E-B, Rite Aid, Giant-Landover, Stop & Shop, and through Abbott Nutrition Home Delivery (1-800-986-8502).
Learn more about a healthy diet for your kidneys and
get the support you need
.