Patient was educated on the advantages of having fiber in the diet: Foods rich in fiber makes one feel full for a longer time and this helps prevent snacking. This will help prevent spikes in blood sugar. Fiber also helps with portion control, as fiber fills one up easily. This helps preventing excess eating during a meal. Dietary fiber usually comes from plant or vegetable sources. Patient was instructed that total requirement of fiber is [...]
Patient was educated on dietary guidelines for adults starting on hemodialysis as follows: Eat liberal amounts of protein. Exercise control on the amount of sodium, potassium, and phosphorus in your diet. Controlling sodium intake may help to control blood pressure and reduce weight gains between dialysis sessions. Use herbs and spices in place of salt to make the food appealing. Limit your intake of milk, yogurt, and cheese, as these foods are very high in [...]
Patient was instructed on some broad guidelines regarding ADA diet as follows: Have a healthy balance between carbohydrates, protein, and fat in every meal you eat. Be sure to spread your carbohydrate intake evenly among all the meals. Avoid concentrated sweets and sweeteners in your diet. Always incorporate fresh vegetable and fruit for fiber in your meal, as fiber will slow the absorption of glucose for your intestines. This will prevent sharp spikes in blood [...]
