Protein Intake For Kidney Disease- 364 Questions Answered

My mother did a kidney function test in April.her eGFR is 55 ,Creatinine is 1.10 ,Urea serum 15 ,Albumin Creatinine ratio is 2.58 and her electrolytes are normal.she has BP, Cholesterol and Diabetes.her doctor recommended to take protein for every meal.I heard kidney patients should reduce protein intake.please advise?

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Dr. Lakshmi Krishnan Nephrologist/Renal Specialist | Alappuzha

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She should not take a high protein diet.. but she can take around 0.8-1 g/kg of protein per day ... Read More

Hello sir/mam, i have been exercising from past 1-1/2 year but now i an thinking of gaining more muscles and because of that i have increased my protein intake from 2 protein shake to three per day and i have also increased the consumption of eggs and chicken per day. but i wonder whether taking too much of protein is harmful for my kidneys or will

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Asked for Male, 20 Years 171 Views v

Dr. Harisha N L General Physician | Bangalore

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Try natural methods instead of supplements...try to eat skinned out boiled chicken 1-2 pieces twice a week, fish curry not fish fry as it is rich in vitamins, eat fresh raw sprouts everyday twice, inc ... Read More

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Hi .. my mother in law is having kidney disease... Can we give her ensure protein powder... If no.. what will happen if we give

Asked for Male, 30 Years 109 Views v

Dr. D L P Saikumar Nephrologist | Guntur

Amount of protein intake depends on stage of kindey disease If protein powder is taken it will lead to high blood urea and uremic symptoms ... Read More

I am 25 years old I have a midpole kidney stone of 4.8mm from last year (tested last month also with still same size) I want to start my protein intake so I am worried about how much protein should I take from natural food items. And will it affect my kidneys if take protein from whey protein My weight is 66 kg and height 5.6 Please tell me ..

Asked for Male, 24 Years 72 Views v

Dr. Sushma Shah General Physician | Vadodara

Just add 1.5 feast (mutthi)of sprouts any moog, mout , bengal gram, with onion, tomato, black salt, bhuna jira to make it tasty. U can also use peanuts to soak one feast (mutthi) two hours. Churn i ... Read More

Hi, I wanted to know if protein intake through supplements is good or whether it had any side effects. The other day, I heard my friend saying it can lead to kidney stones. Is this really true? Are there any protein supplements which are healthy with no side effects?

Asked for Male, 25 Years 105 Views v

Dr. Harisha N L General Physician | Bangalore

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Yes they do have some side effects... I would suggest you to go for natural sources...try to eat skinned out boiled chicken 1-2 pieces twice a week, fish curry not fish fry as it is rich in vitamins, ... Read More

Hi Dr Can I Start Supplementing with Creatin My Water Intake Is 7ltr and I wanna Know Does it makes Any harm to Our kidney as I Have A Oast history of and episode of aki in 2016 after That No Health issue as i Started My Balanced Diet with LOW CARB High Protein Diet I will Take 1-3g of Creatine Per Day

Asked for Male, 24 Years 72 Views v

Dr. Neha Suryawanshi Dietitian/Nutritionist | Mumbai

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Hi Doctor, To meet my protein requirements, I am thinking to take protein powder like My protein (it's a whey protein), is it safe to consume protein powder for fat loss and daily protein intake? Please let me know!

Asked for Female, 24 Years 201 Views v

Ms. Itu Chhabra Dietitian/Nutritionist | Noida

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All these questions can be answered post analysing your diet and regime.. please connect directly for the same. Thank u ... Read More

How much protein intake is required daily for muscle gain while workout. is it better to have protein supplement before workout or after?

Asked for Female, 29 Years 232 Views v

Ms. Ankita Bhargava Dietitian/Nutritionist | Bangalore

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Hello user Sure ,we will help you But before prescribing any thing we need some information like . Vitals . Purpose of joining gym . Medical history . Family history . Occupation . Physical activity ... Read More

I am a 21 years old Male. I am trying to loose weight and increase my protein intake and I am an vegetarian so I can't eat non-vegetarian protein rich food and dry fruits (because they are high in calories). I am also trying to gain some strength by going to gym but I am not trying bulk up too much. So I want to know whether whey protein from some

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Asked for Male, 21 Years 143 Views v

Dr. Divya Sachdeva General Physician | Gwalior

First of all, there are many ways to reduce weight. Your BMI is slightly high so you can reduce it by doing some exercise ( brisk walking) and diet restrictions. Though if you want to take whey prote ... Read More

My hair loss is becoming worse day by day even though i am taking lot of care to stop hairfall. I am a vegetarian so it is really hard for me to take 50gms of protein each day. Can i take protein powders to increase intake?if yes which is best?should i skip a meal to take protein powders?

Asked for Female, 0 Years 56 Views v

Ms. Shazia Makhdoomi Clinical Nutritionist | Bangalore

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Hi Please contact directly through practo. ... Read More

Sir/Maam actually I had done a normal urine routine test in which there is Protein+++ in the urine whereas it should be negative, so I want to know how this protein came in the urine and why it increased and how to make it normal.

Asked for Female, 21 Years 48 Views v

Dr. Nagarjuna Nephrologist/Renal Specialist | Karimnagar

Hi, I need detailed clinical history and examination to assess the situation. I need to know if you're losing only protein or blood, and your blood pressure readings are also needed. Diet, UTIs, and p ... Read More

Sir/Maam actually I had done a normal urine routine test in which there is Protein+++ in the urine whereas it should be negative, so I want to know how this protein came in the urine and why it increased and how to make it normal.

Asked for Female, 21 Years 49 Views v

Dr. Aman Nephrologist/Renal Specialist | Hyderabad

There is protein leak happening in your urine the cause is most likely the kidney,there can be a filter issue ... Read More

I am having some back pain as well as pain in right feet do you think its a kidney disease as I have diabetes for 3 years

Asked for Male, 28 Years 52 Views v

Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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Hi, I have a son who will be 4 years old in july. I am worried about his protein intake as he doesn't like to eat lentils. I try to make him eat some but he always eats in small quantities. Please can anyone suggest some good protein powder for him?? Also any multivitamin or something that could help with his appetite? Thanks in advance

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Ms. Somya Jain Dietitian/Nutritionist | Delhi

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Please connect over consultation to help better to understand the issue To help him with his diet ... Read More

M a breastfeeding mum of 3 months old baby. I am vegetarian and my protein intake is less. Can i take protein powder, as I don't work out? Will it add on to my weight?

Asked for Female, 35 Years 213 Views v

Ms. Itu Chhabra Dietitian/Nutritionist | Noida

Kindly connect directly for the same ... Read More

My mother (63 year old) is suffering from rheumatoid arithritis, is there any better medicine than methotrexate . I want to know whether intake of protien is good for arithritis or not . And what type of fruit/seeds/vegetables is best for arithritis patient

Asked for Female, 63 Years 24 Views v

Dr. Rohit Bajaj Rheumatologist | Chandigarh

There r many effective medicines available for arthritis..please consult a rheumatologist ... Read More

How much protein should a 15 year old girl consume on a daily basis to gain weight/build muscle. I've recently lost over 10 kilograms in the past 6 months and I'm trying to put it back on. I weigh 36 kilograms now and my height is 5"3.

Asked for Female, 15 Years 215 Views v

Ms. Trupti Padhi Dietitian/Nutritionist | Bhubaneswar

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Good evening pls connect through practo app tomorrow day time. ... Read More

Is there any medications available for Stage 1 or 2 Chronic Kidney Disease ? If a patient don't have high bp or sugar .

Asked for Male, 25 Years 263 Views v

Dr. Gautam Chopra Urologist | Jalandhar

Consult for discussion and management ... Read More

I'm getting yellow foamy urine from 2 weeks . I've no high bp , sugar but i drink alcohol that also beer twice a month . I did my USG where kidneys were in normal functioning on February 2024. Will there be any abnormalities in kidney functioning after 2 months of USG test?

Asked for Male, 25 Years 153 Views v

Dr. Sony Mehta Urologist | Mumbai

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How to take 100 gm of protein everyday. Please help. My weight is 76.non vegetarian as well. Please give food suggestions.

Asked for Female, 30 Years 286 Views v

Ms. Hetal Mehta Dietitian/Nutritionist | Mumbai

Your protein intake should not be more than 0.8g/kg body weight; else it will not benefit you. ... Read More

Hi. I am 5 feet 2 inch woman weighing 67.5 kg I am trying to lose weight, my nutritionist has asked me to take 81 gram of protein everyday. I am a vegetarian so she has given me 40 gram whey to be taken everyday and 40 gram from diet. Whey is nutrabox whey. Is it a lot of protein? Or it is fine.? Please help.

Asked for Female, 27 Years 98 Views v

Ms. Trupti Padhi Dietitian/Nutritionist | Bhubaneswar

Gud evening pls connect through practo app. ... Read More

Can someone still have kidney failure or kidney disease with all normal tests of RFT / KFT , blood test and ultrasound and CT ?

Asked for Male, 25 Years 255 Views v

Dr. Gautam Chopra Urologist | Jalandhar

Need details about the history Need to check all the reports Consult for discussion and evaluation ... Read More

Helo doc I have been diagnosed with kidney stone that is of 4mm in left kidney and it is midpole I wanted to ask whether I shall be able to take protein and creatine with kidney stone disease The kidney stone is there from last 10 months

Asked for Male, 24 Years 305 Views v

Dr. Gautam Chopra Urologist | Jalandhar

Need dietary changes and liquid changes Should consult ... Read More

I have issue of frequent occurring acne I eat peanut butter milk and milk products chicken paneer to complete my protein but I am not sure which of these are causing me acne issues. Also once in a while I eat sweets and some junk food but that's only once in a week or 2. Please help

Asked for Male, 24 Years 124 Views v

Mr. Jagdish Dietitian/Nutritionist | Hyderabad

Acne mostly come out due to stomach issues, may be poor digetion, slow digetion, less of water, more acidic body, constipation...check mai cause, discuss with your dietician. And start proper food ad ... Read More

After 6 months of pregnancy, should I double my protein powder intake. I'm taking pro pl lite powder (currently 2 scoops: 30g ). I'm on sugar controlled diet as diagnosed with GDM.

Asked for Female, 31 Years 174 Views v

Dr. S K Wadhwa Gynecologist | Lucknow

Please consult your Gynaecologist for further management. You didn't mention what your weight is and the weight of your baby. Heavy doses of protein powder will certainly make you gain weight. For hi ... Read More

Hi doctors. Is LFT test diagnose kidney disease? Which tests is for diagnosing kidney disease? I have taken LFT. My total bilrubin is 1.6 and Direct bilrubin 0.5. Please tell me doctors Is this serious? Rest of all parameters are normal. And please tell me LFT test is for kidney disease?

Asked for Male, 25 Years 104 Views v

Dr. Ujjyani Sengupta Pawar General Physician | Mumbai

Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ... Read More

My 3 month old baby was bymistakely given protein powder mixed with water by her caretaker..Prohance junior powder ..will it cause harm?

Asked for Female, 26 Years 171 Views v

Dr. M.L.Kothari Pediatrician | Jaipur

Dear parents, No harm Indigestion can occur Wait And watch' ... Read More

Is it ok to take heavy protein like 200gm per day for life long ? Will it cause any issue ? In kidney or otherwise?

Asked for Male, 40 Years 176 Views v

Ms. Bhumika Pasari Dietitian/Nutritionist | Hyderabad

Hi Ideally 200 gm is very high amt of protein U can't consume it Yes it can affect kidney ... Read More

Hi doctor, I am pranav raj, I have carefully maintained a sheet with all the protein intake I take which is approx 15- 20 gm. My weight is 65kgs so in order to complete my daily protein intake I take whey protein (25gm protein) and a hair supplement (14gm protein) which in total is 40gms of Protein. Also I have not performed exercises or sports for

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Asked for Female, 24 Years 76 Views v

Ms. Itu Chhabra Dietitian/Nutritionist | Noida

Please connect directly for analysis of diet and guide you accordingly. Thank you ... Read More

For protein intake, doc has now recommended Whey Protein powder 100% Gold . My doubt is; as this is mostly consumed by athletes, gym-goers etc, will it have any side effects for me ? Also, is: " Liveasy wellness protein powder" (says: Diabetic protein powder )-sold by Pharmeasy, safe for me ?

Asked for Male, 70 Years 75 Views v

Dr. Manoj Kumar Gupta General Physician | Greater Noida

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Take normal daal, chana, rajma, eggs, chicken if you are non veg, peanuts, sprouts, etc instead of artificial powder, protein powder are not to be taken at 70 yrs of age, ... Read More

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Hi .. my mother in law is having kidney disease... Can we give her ensure protein powder... If no.. what will happen if we give

Hi, I wanted to know if protein intake through supplements is good or whether it had any side effects. The other day, I heard my friend saying it can lead to kidney stones. Is this really true? Are there any protein supplements which are healthy with no side effects?

Hi Doctor, To meet my protein requirements, I am thinking to take protein powder like My protein (it's a whey protein), is it safe to consume protein powder for fat loss and daily protein intake? Please let me know!

How much protein intake is required daily for muscle gain while workout. is it better to have protein supplement before workout or after?

My hair loss is becoming worse day by day even though i am taking lot of care to stop hairfall. I am a vegetarian so it is really hard for me to take 50gms of protein each day. Can i take protein powders to increase intake?if yes which is best?should i skip a meal to take protein powders?

Sir/Maam actually I had done a normal urine routine test in which there is Protein+++ in the urine whereas it should be negative, so I want to know how this protein came in the urine and why it increased and how to make it normal.

Sir/Maam actually I had done a normal urine routine test in which there is Protein+++ in the urine whereas it should be negative, so I want to know how this protein came in the urine and why it increased and how to make it normal.

I am having some back pain as well as pain in right feet do you think its a kidney disease as I have diabetes for 3 years

M a breastfeeding mum of 3 months old baby. I am vegetarian and my protein intake is less. Can i take protein powder, as I don't work out? Will it add on to my weight?

My mother (63 year old) is suffering from rheumatoid arithritis, is there any better medicine than methotrexate . I want to know whether intake of protien is good for arithritis or not . And what type of fruit/seeds/vegetables is best for arithritis patient

How much protein should a 15 year old girl consume on a daily basis to gain weight/build muscle. I've recently lost over 10 kilograms in the past 6 months and I'm trying to put it back on. I weigh 36 kilograms now and my height is 5"3.

Is there any medications available for Stage 1 or 2 Chronic Kidney Disease ? If a patient don't have high bp or sugar .

I'm getting yellow foamy urine from 2 weeks . I've no high bp , sugar but i drink alcohol that also beer twice a month . I did my USG where kidneys were in normal functioning on February 2024. Will there be any abnormalities in kidney functioning after 2 months of USG test?

How to take 100 gm of protein everyday. Please help. My weight is 76.non vegetarian as well. Please give food suggestions.

Can someone still have kidney failure or kidney disease with all normal tests of RFT / KFT , blood test and ultrasound and CT ?

Helo doc I have been diagnosed with kidney stone that is of 4mm in left kidney and it is midpole I wanted to ask whether I shall be able to take protein and creatine with kidney stone disease The kidney stone is there from last 10 months

I have issue of frequent occurring acne I eat peanut butter milk and milk products chicken paneer to complete my protein but I am not sure which of these are causing me acne issues. Also once in a while I eat sweets and some junk food but that's only once in a week or 2. Please help

After 6 months of pregnancy, should I double my protein powder intake. I'm taking pro pl lite powder (currently 2 scoops: 30g ). I'm on sugar controlled diet as diagnosed with GDM.

Hi doctors. Is LFT test diagnose kidney disease? Which tests is for diagnosing kidney disease? I have taken LFT. My total bilrubin is 1.6 and Direct bilrubin 0.5. Please tell me doctors Is this serious? Rest of all parameters are normal. And please tell me LFT test is for kidney disease?

My 3 month old baby was bymistakely given protein powder mixed with water by her caretaker..Prohance junior powder ..will it cause harm?

Is it ok to take heavy protein like 200gm per day for life long ? Will it cause any issue ? In kidney or otherwise?

For protein intake, doc has now recommended Whey Protein powder 100% Gold . My doubt is; as this is mostly consumed by athletes, gym-goers etc, will it have any side effects for me ? Also, is: " Liveasy wellness protein powder" (says: Diabetic protein powder )-sold by Pharmeasy, safe for me ?

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