Most patients with cystic fibrosis require a

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Patients with cystic fibrosis require a high-kilocalorie diet to compensate for high metabolic rate and malabsorption,multivitamin supplements to compensate for malabsorption,and enzyme replacement therapy to increase digestion and absorption of nutrients.A low-fat,low-energy diet would result in malnutrition.In cystic fibrosis,secretion of enzymes is impaired,but hormone production is normal.A high-fiber diet does not have any specific benefit for this population.Diuretics are not needed and could be dangerous because of excessive electrolyte losses.Sodium intake should be liberal,rather than restricted.Protein intake may exceed the Dietary Reference Intake (DRI),but needs are met by increased food intake.

Most Patients with Cystic Fibrosis Require a