Before development of end-stage renal disease,the primary focus of nutrition therapy for patients with chronic renal failure is

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Before development of end-stage renal disease,nutrition therapy for patients with chronic renal failure focuses on limiting foods that produce toxic metabolic byproducts;this reduces the burden on the kidneys.Sodium intake and fluid intake do not need to be limited at this stage.Protein intake should be limited to the amount needed by the body because breakdown of excess protein produces toxic metabolic byproducts.Chronic kidney disease is irreversible,and so provision of adequate nutrients does not promote recovery,although it is important to maintain good nutritional status.

Before Development of End-Stage Renal Disease,the Primary Focus of Nutrition