 Protein Restriction
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The body uses protein from foods to grow and repair cells. With kidney failure, your child will need to avoid excess protein. The kidneys may not be able to get rid of the waste products that come from eating too much protein. Your child's weight, medical condition, type of treatment, and laboratory values will be factors in determining how much protein your child needs. Your child's physician or dietitian will help determine how much protein your child needs.
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The following foods are high in protein and should be restricted if your child has renal failure:
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- meat (beef, chicken, pork, turkey)
- fish
- seafood (shrimp, scallops, clams, oysters)
- eggs
- dairy products (milk, cheese, ice cream, yogurt, pudding)
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Your child's physician or dietitian will tell you how much protein your child can have each day. This will usually be listed in servings or ounces per day.
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Food
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Amount of Protein
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chicken nuggets
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2 nuggets = 1 ounce
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chicken fingers
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1 finger = 1½ ounces
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chicken sandwich
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4 ounces
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chicken breast
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3 to 4 ounces
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chicken wing
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1 ounce
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drumstick
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1 ounce
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hamburger
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3 ounces
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¼ lb burger
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4 ounces
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roast beef sandwich
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3 ounces
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pork chops
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3 to 4 ounces
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luncheon meats
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¾ ounce
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1 large egg
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1 ounce
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