Low Protein, Low Sodium Snacks?

Angierae75

Hi, everyone! I am in Stage 4 Kidney Failure and am very limited in how my protein I am allowed to eat - basically .6 grams per kilogram, which is currently around 54.

However, I often find myself running out of protein before i run out of calories. I've tried to scale back how much meat I eat, but I'm looking for very low protein snacks I can add to my diet. Any suggestions? (I also need to eat low sodium, so that knocks a bunch of stuff out, too.)

jgnatca

All the carbs? It can be a little harder to track down unsalted crackers and breads but they can be found or made.

Plain shredded wheat.

A potato with unsalted butter.

Air popped popcorn.

lemurcat12

Fruit?

RodaRose

https://www.kidney.org/news/monthly/protein-in-our-diet

Examples of the amount of protein in the typical serving sizes of the major protein foods:
1 whole egg or 1/4 cup frozen egg substitute = 7 grams
3 ounces cooked meat (size of a deck of cards) = 21–24 grams (leaner meats are higher in protein per oz.)
8 ounces milk (whole, 2%, skim, soy) = 8 grams
8 ounces yogurt or 1 ounce cheese = 8 grams
1 cup cooked beans (navy, pinto, kidney, black–eyed peas, split peas) = 14–16 grams
1 ounce of dry roasted peanuts = 7 grams
Total protein from above sources = 65–70 grams

Other foods such as breads and cereals, pasta and rice, fruits, and other vegetables provide smaller amounts of protein, but provide lots of other nutrients as well.
We all need protein every day to meet our body's needs but moderation and variety is the key to an overall healthy lifestyle. For special dietary concerns, it is best to seek professional assistance.

jgnatca

I remember when my mom was on dialysis some fruits were OK and others not. If I remember right, you have to watch your potassium levels too, right?

cwolfman13

fruit, vegetables, grains, starches

capaul42

All I remember from my time on dialysis was salt free ketchup and how sweet it was