Renal Diet Menus-The Importance of Sodium Intake

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• Renal Diet Menus ---The Importance of Sodium
  Intake
• By Mathea Ford, RD/LD
• www.healthydietmenusforyou.com

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The Importance of Sodium Intake!

• Every good menu for Renal Diabetic Meal Plans
  will be very conscious of the intake of salt or
  sodium
• Unfortunately, for those suffering from any kind
  of kidney disease an overly salted menu plan
  becomes a dangerous commodity

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Why is sodium consumption dangerous to those who
suffer from renal failure?

• Normal functioning kidneys can flush away excess
  sodium, for the individual who suffers from renal
  or kidney problems the intake of excess sodium is
  just not an option.
• Because of this, the only viable and long term
  choice is following well designed renal diet
  menus.

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If I stop adding salt to my meals will that be
enough?

• Sodium or salt is a hidden ingredient in many
  foods that are found in the grocery isle.
• Canned vegetables are high in sodium as well as
  many things like mixes for baking, cereal, and
  breads.

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How can I avoid excess quantities of salt?

• Eat only fresh foods
• Rinse canned food
• Become a label detective
• Prepare your own meals

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• www.healthydietmenusforyou.com