[header] How to increase calories and protein when you are on dialysis [title] Talk to your care team. [step] If you are a kidney patient on dialysis, you will most likely need a high protein diet. Your nephrologist will talk to you about your nutrition needs, as will many of the other dialysis staff at your clinic.
[header] How to increase calories and protein when you are on dialysis [title] Talk to your care team. [step] If you are a kidney patient on dialysis, you will most likely need a high protein diet. Your nephrologist will talk to you about your nutrition needs, as will many of the other dialysis staff at your clinic.
[substeps] If you are female, you may want to speak to your obgyn, a doctor at your local hospital. They can tell you what foods are important to ensure you maintain optimal dialysis and that any medications you are taking should be monitored. You will most likely meet with a renal (kidney dialysis) dietitian while you are there and continue to meet with her/him on a monthly basis. The whole team, together, will help formulate a plan that's best for you. You will know they will be able to help you in general and better understand your needs. [substeps] About 6% of those considering dialysis are vegetarian and do not eat meat. He or she will also have a good idea about your weight and exercise level. [substeps] When eating or exercising, think about what types of calories you would like to burn.