MEDITERRANEAN DIET

Looking after yourself

It is essential for dialysis patients to have the right amount of protein, calories, fluids, vitamins and minerals each day. To strive towards being healthy and happy dialysis patients, they would need to: eat the right kind and right amount of food on a daily basis.

Mediterranean diet is associated with a significantly lower risk of chronic kidney disease. The Mediterranean diet mainly consists of plant-based foods, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes and nuts. Red meats, processed foods and sweets are limited.

• Vegetables, bread and whole-grain cereals, potatoes, beans, nuts and seeds
• Extra virgin olive oil (cold pressed) as an important monounsaturated fat source
• Eggs, Dairy products, fish and poultry are consumed in low-to-moderate amounts

A healthy and balanced diet can help improve your general health and reduce risk of developing further problems.

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