In general, healthy foods for both your heart and kidneys include all fresh (or frozen!) fruits and vegetables, whole grain foods like brown rice, whole grain pasta, whole grain bread or quinoa, and small portions of lean proteins such a chicken, turkey, fish and seafood. Bonus for choosing non-processed plant based proteins like beans, lentils, nuts and seeds! Proper nutrition for kidney transplant recipients will depend on your lab values. Ask your dietitian for specific recommendations!
As a transplant recipient, what foods are best for both kidney and heart health?
Dietitian
Melanie Betz MS, RD, CSR, CSG
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Kidney Kitchen is not designed to diagnose disease or prescribe an eating plan for your stage of kidney disease. The information shared on Kidney Kitchen is developed by experts in renal nutrition and is provided for informational purposes only. The American Kidney Fund, its staff, agents and Trustees are not able to provide medical advice. Please consult with a medical professional or registered dietitian for specific questions you may have about your diet. Learn more
