NUTRITION:  The Art of Good Eating

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Peritoneal Dialysis
and Diet

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Now you do the same. To meet your protein needs you should include some animal protein with each meal. Plan your menu for tomorrow using the protein foods you enjoy.

Your protein needs: _______________ servings

 
MORNING PROTEIN SERVINGS

 
NOON


 
EVENING

SNACK

TOTAL FOR DAY

 

Do the "number of servings" match your needs? If so, you should have no problem meeting your protein needs.

Some people on dialysis dislike eating red meats. If they do not appeal to you there are other ways to enjoy your protein and meet your needs. Here are some suggestions. Check the ones which sound good to you.

Use meat in homemade dishes that "mask" the flavor of meat with spices or sauces:

  • Homemade lasagna
  • Homemade spaghetti with meat sauce
  • Homemade beef stroganoff
  • Homemade tacos, chile, or pizza
  • Other favorites of yours:   ________________________________

 


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