Diabetes - Nephropathy

• Modified Diet

  • Mineral intake (e.g. reduce sodium intake)

  • Energy modification (e.g. reduce energy intake to facilitate weight loss, if needed)
  • Protein modification
  • Fat modification (e.g. incorporate food sources of omega-3 fats daily)*
  • Specific foods (e.g. incorporate soy foods into the diet)*

*Note: The evidence is limited and/or conflicting for some of the above findings/recommendations, and should be conveyed to the individual. 

NCP Terminology for Nutrition