What foods should you avoid with Stage 4 kidney disease?
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Kidneys:
A pair of kidneys are the primary organs of the excretory system that are crucial for the filtration of blood and the removal of toxic, harmful wastes from the body.
Diabetes and high blood pressure are the most common causes of chronic kidney disease (CKD).
The following food should be avoided for patients suffering from Stage 4 kidney disease:
Dark-colored soda in addition to the calories and sugar that sodas provide, they harbor additives that contain phosphorus, especially dark-colored sodas.
Avocados are usually a healthy addition to the diet, those with kidney disease may need to avoid them, because avocados are a very rich source of potassium.
Whole grains, dairy products, and rice should also be avoided.