A healthy kidney diet is a type of diet that is designed to promote kidney health and prevent the progression of kidney disease. The diet typically involves consuming a balanced diet that is low in sodium, phosphorus, and protein, and high in fiber, fruits, and vegetables. While a healthy kidney diet can be effective for promoting kidney health, it is important to work with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian to create an individualized meal plan that meets your specific needs. Additionally, it is important to monitor sodium, phosphorus, and protein intake, as these nutrients can be harmful to people with kidney disease. It is also important to note that a healthy kidney diet may not be appropriate for everyone, and people with certain health conditions, such as diabetes or heart disease, may need to follow a specialized diet. It is important to consult with a healthcare provider before starting any diet program.
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Omnivore diet, Plant-based diet
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Regional diets
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Western diet, Mediterranean diet
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Sustainable diets
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Low carbon diet, Planetary health diet
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Religious diets
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Buddhist diet, Christian diet, Hindu diet, Islamic diet, Jain diet, Jewish diet, Rastafari diet, Sikh diet
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Vegetarianism and veganism
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Fruitarianism diet, Meat analogue diet, Milk substitute diet, Raw vegan diet, Tofu diet
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Semi-vegetarianism
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Ovo-lacto vegetarianism, Pescetarian diet, Pollotarian diet
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Supplement diets
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Bodybuilding supplements, Meal replacement diet, Therapeutic food diet
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Non-solid diets
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Liquid diets, Very-low-calorie diet
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Specific
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Calorie restriction diet, Cardiac diet, Diabetic diet, Fluid restriction diet, Gluten-free diet, Gluten-free and casein-free diet, Intermittent fasting diet, Low-sodium diet, Low-FODMAP diet, Low-carbohydrate diet, Low-fat diet, Low-fiber/low-residue diet, Monotrophic diet, NPO diet, Renal diet, Soft diet, Specific carbohydrate diet
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Other diets
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Entomophagy diet, Cotton ball diet, Pica diet, DASH diet, Inuit diet, MIND diet, Time-restricted feeding diet, Raw foodism diet, U.S. military diet
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Fad diets
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Cambridge diet, Macrobiotic diet, Master Cleanse diet, Junk food diet, Superfood diet, Slow-Carb diet
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List of diets
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Diet food, Diet, Cuisine, Nutrition, Obesity
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