What Is Principle of PKD Diet in Life

2016-07-18 10:08

Patients with PKD should have a good diet plan in life, which can help prevent growth or enlargement of kidney cyst, and make kidney function get recovered well, too. In this way, life can be improved and prolonged effectively for PKD patients. The below are suggestions for PKD patients diet.

1. low salt

High blood pressure is common for patients with PKD, and much sodium can cause elevation of blood pressure, thus, patients with PKD should have a low sodium diet in daily life.

2. low fat

Obesity and overweight are more and more common for people, which can increase the risk of high blood pressure and cardiovascular problems. Low fat and cholesterol are necessary for PKD diet.

3. low protein, phosphorus and potassium

Patients with PKD are very likely to develop kidney failure, in this case, low protein is needed to protect kidney function to prevent deterioration. Besides, phosphorus and potassium should be limited within low level. Much these elements can put more pressure on kidney.

4. water

If there is swelling or edema on patient with PKD, water or fluids must be limited in meals.

A good diet can be helpful, but medical treatment is needed badly. Chinese medicine can shrink kidney cyst and improve kidney function very well, which is a good option for PKD patients. Be free to contact us with any problem.

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