food when out and about.

[Radars]

I have read a lot regarding what do people eat when out and about, what with all the foods you have to cut out,and salt potassium, phosphorus, I will find it hard because I also got osteoporosis, and prostate cancer in remission. what foods are good for 1 is not good for the other, it's hard .

[orangecity41 NKF Ambassador]

In USA I generally go to restaurants I know of the food (look up the menus on line) and sometimes if have a senior menu I order, if not I ask about the children's menu. This way can watch amount.

[Radars in reply to orangecity41]

thanks, but it's hard in the uk, is there anyone else with proteinuria in the uk who struggles with food when eating out,

[Bet117 NKF Ambassador]

I also look at the menu. I order salads with dressing on the side; oil and vinegar is good or balsamic. Grilled chicken with grilled and roasted vegetables are always good. Ask again for no added salt.

Asian food: Ask for no salt added, msg. soy.

Dishes without sauces or with a light sauce are more suitable.

e.g. steamed whole fish, braised meats, crispy skin chicken, sweet sauces such as plum, lemon, orange, and sweet and sour may also be lower in salt.

Note your portion of chicken as you can always take half home.

Breakfast, eggs, no sausage or bacon, toast and tea, pancakes.

I avoid soups as they have a high sodium content.

Drink plenty of water as well and do not order any dark colas.

Here are some articles to look at:

Kidney Care UK:

kidneycareuk.org/get-suppor....

Health Library Kidney Disease Dining Out

healthlibrary.uhc.com/conte...

Kidney Disease CKD ResponsumHealth:

ckd.responsumhealth.com/eat...

EMEESY:

emeesykidney.nhs.uk/profess...

Google:

St.Georges Kidney UK.

Hope this helps!

[CKD3Khan]

In the US, you can find the nutrition info for any chain restaurant by doing an internet search, such as "XYZ Brand nutritional information". They list sodium, fat, protein. Missing of course is phosphorus, something I hope our new incoming leaders will change for our benefit.

I find grilled chicken, fish, salads to be mostly healthy. Breaded-fried chicken is usually very high in sodium. French fries can be ordered with no salt. I thought pancakes were a good choice, but they are very high in sodium. French toast seems to be a better choice. Sometimes the best option is to eat only half of the meal, then you keep your nutrients within the boundaries needed.

[Radars in reply to CKD3Khan]

thanks I think it's a lot of messing about, I think I will just eat what I want it's only now and again.

[ShyeLoverDoctor]

The “renal diet” is the most restrictive one there is, according to my hospital dietician. Highly recommend you see a registered dietician for this, or the equivalent in your country. Even if you have to pay out of pocket, it should only take a few sessions to be educated.

[Radars in reply to ShyeLoverDoctor]

yeah, but it's confusing cutting all things out, because I have osteoporosis and what's good for 1is not good for the other.

[ShyeLoverDoctor in reply to Radars]

You can only do your best. Salt is bad for everyone, as far as I know. Radishes, turnips, and watercress is probably safe.

[Radars in reply to ShyeLoverDoctor]

yeah but how do you have a proper meal with gravy and you need carbohydrates for energy, and with my osteoporosis you need high protein. can't win.

[ShyeLoverDoctor in reply to Radars]

What is a proper meal? For whom?

Gravy? I’ve never come across this one but I’m in the US.

Egg whites are an excellent source of protein. The yolks do have phosphorous.

I believe there are many medications to treat osteoporosis.

[Radars in reply to ShyeLoverDoctor]

can't you take medication so that you don't have to cut out certain foods.

[RhenDutchess123]

Eat to your Labs...if your Calcium is high...watch out for dairy and cheese...if Potassium is high...be careful with fruit...dont add any extra salt...drink plenty of water with your food...and there are Binders you can have prescribed to take before eating to help with Phosphorus

[Radars in reply to RhenDutchess123]

thanks, I thought fruit all berries and apples etc were ok,I am under weight I have also got osteoporosis,and I need the calories is decaff tea ok.

[RhenDutchess123]

Fruit and Berries may be okay...you have to know what your Labs say...if Potassium is high...eat less fruit...if your Potassium is normal ....eat fruit as you like. ..You should have a kidney panel blood test ran monthly...I drink Decaf Coffee..just be cautious with cream and sugar