After the TR the dietary restrictions you had disappeared and you were allowed to eat "almost everything" depending on your condition. Two of the issues that are most appreciated after the transplant are being able to drink fluid and eat anything.
The following recommendations are general, some patients may need to follow a special diet due to an associated pathology: diabetes, high cholesterol, or high potassium.
Weight control and diet
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Weight control and diet
He has to control his pes, the tendency of the post-transplantation is to get older, this is usually due to the improvement in the general condition, the food will have a better taste due to the use of corticosteroids.
Must follow one balanced diet and adjusted to your caloric needs, it is not convenient to be overweight. Nutrient intake should be indicated by your TR doctor, usually divided as follows: 50% carbohydrates, 30-35% fat, 15-20% proteins.
Liquids
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Liquids
It is important that drink the amount of liquid they may prescribe you, even if it sounds too much to you, this will encourage the functioning of your new kidney.
It is preferable that the milk be skimmed because it retains all its proteins and vitamins, and we avoid excess fat. Its high calcium content is of great help in preventing osteoporosis.
You will have to limit the alcohol and completely suppress tobacco. Will be able to take coffee and stimulant drinks (caffeine) depending on your blood pressure.
Sugar and salt
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Sugar and salt
The sugars they may be restricted as occasionally there is a tendency to have high glycemia. This is due to the use of corticosteroids, immunosuppressants and increased post-transplant appetite.
La shawl It is usually restricted in most transplant patients as it helps to retain fluid and to generate or maintain high blood pressure. Salt is also found in sausages, preserves and precooked dishes, which is why you have to control its consumption.
Meats and fats
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Meats and fats
The fats like the cholesterol and the triglycerides may increase in blood by immunosuppressants and over diet, it is recommended to avoid overeating:
- fried
- sausages
- more than two eggs a week
- Dried fruit
- chocolates
- animal fats
- you should not abuse candy and industrial pastries.
El blue fish and olive oil they are rich in monounsaturated fatty acids, which are beneficial for our body. Les chicken, turkey and rabbit meats they contain low fat content. The richest are the beef, lamb and pork, which contains the highest proportion.
Vegetables and cereals
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Vegetables and cereals
The vegetables They are ideal for high in vitamins and minerals as well as low in fat and calories. They provide fiber and water that help regulate gastrointestinal traffic.
The cereals they are high in carbohydrates and low in fat and protein. Les fruity are recommended for their vitamin content, only rarely will they be restricted by hyperkalemia.
Food Recommendations
Fundamental principle recommended by the WHO in order to prevent foodborne illnesses: "bake and peel or forget".
- Never drink tap water, always bottled with well-known brand.
- Avoid ice cubes.
- Brush your teeth and shave with bottled water.
- Packaged soft drinks are safe.
- Pre-boiled drinks (coffee, infusions) are safe.
- Take cooked, boiled or fried foods.
- Always peel the fruit personally.
- Do not consume raw seafood, consume only cooked for a minimum of 10 minutes.
- Milk and derivatives (including ice cream) if they are of a well-known brand and manufacturer.
- Store food at a temperature below 8º.
- Do not consume street food.
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Avoid foods that are highly processed or processed such as creams or sauces.
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