Nutrients - the fundemental components of food
We get the nutrients we need to survive and grow from the food we eat and drink. Phosphorus, sugar, sodium, fluid, fats, potassium, carbs, and protein are some of the essential nutrients found in diets.
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Some of these elements (protein, carbs, and fat) are used as fuel by our bodies to give the energy they require to function effectively. Calories are the name for this "fuel." We acquire weight when we consume more calories than we burn. We lose weight when we burn more calories than we consume.
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It might be tough to strike a decent balance between calories consumed and calories burned. When you have chronic kidney disease or are on dialysis, it's considerably more challenging.
When it comes to controlling the nutrients we consume, our kidneys play a critical role.
The kidneys filter out the vitamins and minerals that we don't require. When your kidneys aren't functioning properly, they can't filter your blood properly, causing vitamins and minerals to build up in your bloodstream. These nutrients may not need to be avoided by those who do not have kidney disease. Nutrients are vital in the body because they:
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Increase the strength of your immune system
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Maintain the health of your bones and teeth
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Aid in the healing of wounds, scratches, and bruises
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Help the normal functioning of your organs
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Protect your eyesight
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​This list may go on forever. The amount of nutrients you should consume is determined by your renal disease stage.