300 Longwood Avenue Boston, MA 02115 (617) 355-6000 My Child Has: Protein Restriction Programs that treat this condition or perform this procedure Clinical Nutrition Service   Protein requirements for children with renal failure: 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. What foods are high in protein? The following foods are high in protein and should be restricted if your child has renal failure: meat (beef, chicken, pork, turkey) fish seafood (shrimp, scallops, clams, oysters) eggs dairy products (milk, cheese, ice cream, yogurt, pudding) Helpful protein serving conversions: 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. Food Amount of Protein chicken nuggets 2 nuggets = 1 ounce chicken fingers 1 finger = 1½ ounces chicken sandwich 4 ounces chicken breast 3 to 4 ounces chicken wing 1 ounce drumstick 1 ounce hamburger 3 ounces ¼ lb burger 4 ounces roast beef sandwich 3 ounces pork chops 3 to 4 ounces luncheon meats ¾ ounce 1 large egg 1 ounce The information on this website should not be taken as medical advice, which can only be given to you by your personal health care professional. Copyright © Children's Hospital Boston. All rights reserved.