Table Of ContentRenal Diet Cookbook
The Ultimate Guide
for Healthy Kidneys
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Chapter 1: How to Follow the Renal Diet
Chapter 2: Foods that You Can and Can’t Eat
Chapter 3: Breakfast Recipes
The Beach Boy Omelet
Apple Fritter Rings
Baked Egg Cups
Sausage and Egg Sandwich
Blueberry Smoothie Bowl
Chapter 4: Soups and Sandwich Recipes
Chicken Noodle Soup
Grilled PBJ Sandwich
Egg Sausage Soup
Yucatan Lime Soup
Tuna Salad Bagel
Chapter 5: Main Course Recipes
Chicken Stir-Fry
Chili Con Carne
Apple Pork Chops with Stuffing
Shepherd’s Pie
Grilled Salmon with an Herb Crust
Chapter 6: Desserts
Cherry Cake
Blueberry Peach Crisp
Chilled Lemon Cake
Conclusion
Introduction
The kidneys are two virtual powerhouses, hidden away at the back of your
abdominal cavity. It is their job to filter out the waste products from your body
and eliminate them and, given that it is perfectly possible to live with just one
kidney, many people don’t see them as very important at all. At one time, being
diagnosed with kidney disease would have been seen as a disaster, but with the
advances in medical technology, new medications and treatments such as
dialysis, more and more people are learning how to live with kidney disease.
As the kidneys become older or damaged, they face a much greater strain to do
their jobs and can eventually stop working properly. This is known as chronic
kidney disease and is usually the result of another medical condition, like
hypertension or diabetes. In order to understand how kidney disease effects
you, it is important to understand what the kidneys actually do in your body.
Your kidneys are responsible for:
Filtering out waste products and water from the blood
Keeping mineral levels balanced so that your body functions as it
should do
Releasing hormones that work to regulate the blood pressure, ensure
bone health and make the all-important red blood cells
All of this is what makes you feel well and keeps you healthy. However, when
the kidneys are under strain, they begin to lose their ability to do those jobs and
they begin to decline, marking the start of a journey into chronic kidney
disease.
This is normally permanent and will only get worse as time goes by. Many
people will not show any symptoms at all, even in the later stages of the
disease. Chronic kidney disease can cause other serious complications and, if
it goes untreated it will lead to kidney damage that is irreparable. This is
known as end-stage renal disease. Other health complications include:
Heart disease
Anemia
An increase in the risk of broken bones
Hyperkalemia – a sudden rise in potassium levels
A weak immune system
Being diagnosed with kidney disease does not mean the end of the world,
though. You can live with the disease and one of the most important things to
do is to eat the right diet to give your kidneys the support they need.
I will be giving you a brief overview of the renal diet, the foods that you can
and cannot eat and then I will give you a few recipes, just to show you that you
can eat a delicious selection of healthy meals. You don’t have to miss out on
tasty food just because you have renal disease!
Chapter 1: How to Follow the Renal Diet
The renal diet is designed to control how much phosphorus and protein that
you eat and you may also have to impose limits on how much sodium,
potassium and calcium you consume as well. Following a renal diet can help
to reduce the amount of waste that your body makes, thus reducing the strain on
your kidneys and helping them to work better. It can also help to delay the
onset of total renal failure. You do need to consult your doctor first, especially
if you have other health conditions, like diabetes. Here we talk briefly about
the changes you need to make to your diet.
Protein – you must limit how much you eat to cut down on waste in
the blood
Phosphorus – you may also need to limit how much phosphorus you
consume. This is because your kidneys will not be able to remove
the extra phosphorus in your blood and this can lead to weak bones
and low calcium
Sodium – especially if you have hypertension or too much fluid in
the body. Your limit should be 1500 mg per day and keep in mind
that many foods already contain sodium
Potassium – you may have to limit this if your healthcare provider
determines that your levels are too high
Liquids – although we often hear it said that we should drink more,
for those in renal failure, too much liquid can lead to a buildup of
fluid in the lungs and swelling and this can lead to other
complications
Other Dietary Guidelines
You may have to take a mineral and vitamin supplement on a daily
basis but you must only take what your healthcare provider tells you
to.
Do not use salt substitutes because they have potassium in them
Always read the nutritional labels on food to check for salt levels
as well as potassium and phosphorus
While it may take time for you to settle into the renal diet, failure to follow the
guidelines properly can lead to too few calories, not enough protein and not
enough nutrients. You may find that you lose weight and, if you don’t follow the
guidelines, your kidneys will be working overtime – this can lead to total renal
failure sooner and you will then need to undergo dialysis.
If you suffer from any of the following you must contact your healthcare
provider immediately:
You lose or gain weight too quickly
You are short of breath
You suffer from nausea and vomiting
You are tired and weak
You struggle to follow the diet guidelines
Chapter 2: Foods that You Can and Can’t Eat
You will need to consult with your healthcare provider and dietician to
determine how much phosphorus, potassium, protein, sodium, and liquid you
can actually have in your diet every day and they will also tell you the number
of servings from each of the following food groups you can have. Do make
sure you check food labels first.
Starches – contain approximately 90 calories, 2 g of protein, 80 mg sodium,
35 mg phosphorus, 35 mg potassium per serving
Breads
Muffins
Bagels
Hamburger or Hotdog Buns
Rice
Pasta
Crackers
Popcorn
Tortilla Chips
Pretzel Sticks
Wafers
Cookies
Vegetables – one serving contains approximately 1 g protein, 15 mg sodium,
25 calories and 20 mg phosphorus. The sodium level is for canned or
vegetables prepared without any extra salt.
Low Potassium
Bean sprouts
Green beans
Raw cabbage
