Question

Is it safe for children with kidney disease to take calcium supplements?

Answer

To maintain growth and development and to supplement lost protein, children with kidney disease should consume 3 to 5 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight daily, with a ratio of plant protein to animal protein of 1:1. Fats should be obtained from plant foods such as cream cheese and vegetable oil. The fiber and pectin in vegetables and fruits help to lower cholesterol in the long term. For the required salt intake, refer to the amount consumed by patients with acute nephritis. Patients with kidney disease should undergo symptomatic treatment based on their own condition to control the disease and increase the likelihood of recovery.