Protein

People on dialysis need to make sure they eat enough protein.

Eating enough protein is important to help your body:

• Build muscle

• Heal wounds and repair tissue

• Fight illnesses and infection

How much protein should I eat?

Aim for 2-3 serves of either lean meat, poultry, fish, seafood, eggs, nuts, seeds, or legumes each day.

Each one of these is one serve of protein: