Kidney-Friendly Diet

For Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease (Not on Dialysis)

🧂 Eat Less Salt

1.Maximum 1 teaspoon (5 g) salt/day

2.Avoid: Pickles, papad, chips, packaged foods, instant noodles

3.Flavor with lemon, herbs, garlic, ginger, and spice

🍗 Eat Protein in Moderation

1. Egg whites

2. Fish or chicken (small portions)

3. Paneer or milk in moderation

4. Avoid high-protein diets and protein supplements unless advised

 Watch Potassium

1. Limit: Banana, orange, mango, coconut water, potato, tomato, spinach
2. Choose: Apple, pear, grapes, papaya, cabbage, cauliflower, bottle gourd, cucumber
3. Boil vegetables and discard the water to reduce potassium.

 Reduce Phosphorus

Limit:

Processed cheese

Cola drinks

Chocolate

Nuts & seeds

Processed foods with phosphate additives

💧 Drink Fluids Wisely

1. Follow your nephrologist’s advice.
2. Restrict fluids if you have swelling, breathlessness, or reduced urine output.
3. Avoid sugary drinks.

 Eat Smart

1.  Whole grains in moderation
2. Plenty of cooked vegetables
3. Healthy oils in small amounts

Avoid  Fried foods, bakery items, and trans fats

 If You Have Diabetes

1. Keep blood sugar under control.
2. Avoid sweets, sugary drinks, and fruit juices.
3. Eat regular, balanced meals

 Healthy Lifestyle

1.  Walk for 30 minutes most days
2.  Maintain a healthy weight
3. Avoid smoking and limit alcohol

 Remember

There is NO one-size-fits-all kidney diet.

Your protein, potassium, phosphorus, sodium, and fluid intake should be personalized based on your kidney function and blood test results.

Consult your nephrologist and a renal dietitian before making major dietary changes.