Healthy Diet for Stage 3 CKD

Diet is such an important part of treatment. Eating a proper diet can help preserve kidney function and overall health.

A healthy diet for stage 3 CKD may recommend:

Including a variety of grains, fruits and vegetables, but whole grains and some fruits and vegetables may be limited if blood tests show phosphorus or potassium levels are above normal.

A diet that is low in saturated fat and cholesterol and moderate in total fats, especially if cholesterol is high or if you have diabetes or heart disease

Limiting intake of refined and processed foods high in sodium and prepare foods with less salt or high sodium ingredients

Aiming for a healthy weight by consuming adequate calories and including physical activity each day

Keeping protein intake within the DRI level recommended for healthy people with attention to high quality protein.

Consuming the DRI for the water soluble vitamin B complex and C.
Vitamin D and iron may be tailored to individual requirements
Limiting phosphorus if blood levels of phosphorus or PTH (Parathyroid Hormone) are above normal

Limiting calcium if blood levels are above normal

Potassium is usually not restricted unless blood levels are above normal