Protein Supplements for Dialysis

2015-11-08 03:35

People on dialysis need a restricted diet in daily life, thus it is hard for them to have enough protein for body, in this case, protein supplements can be a option for dialysis people. Protein is a necessary substance for our body, which can build muscle and tissues, and defeat infection. If there is not enough protein for body, malnutrition can happen on you.

Many food which have much protein or high quality protein also contain much phosphorus, so these food can not be eaten by dialysis people in spite of high quality protein in them. Therefore, patients with dialysis are also allowed to have some protein supplements to help solve this problem.

Protein supplements have many types, like drinking, eating or bars. Different countries may have different ones, but when you choose it, you should find ones which are low potassium, sodium and phosphorus. In this way, it is good for kidney condition.

In conclusion, you should always consult doctors before taking any supplement in life, and doctors can know what kinds or how much protein you need exactly. Never do anything on your own. Well planned diet and necessary medicines to alleviate side effects or symptoms. Chinese medicine is a good choice for dialysis people, which can improve kidney to decline dialysis times gradually. More or any question, leave a message or contact online doctors anytime. Reply will be given very fast for you.

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