FLUIDS (renal nutrition 101)
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To keep track of all liquid that you drink, use a measuring cup to find out how liquid intake do you consume.
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Drink only when you are thirsty
Add some lemon juice to water or ice.
Tips to control your fluid intake
Use ice cubes instead of liquid
Use smaller glasses for drinking
Why should I be concerned with drinking too much fluid?
Always remember....
Too much weight gain between dialysis visits means that you have gained to much fluid weight and you may need to stay on dialysis machine longer than you are expected.
If you are thirsty and having trouble in controlling your recommended fluid intake....
Your dietitians, nurses and doctors will try to help you.
