Phosphorus What does phosphorus do in the body? Phosphorus is a mineral that is involved in the formation of bones and teeth. It is also involved in the body s use of carbohydrates and fat as energy. Why does it need to be controlled in dialysis? Phosphorus needs to be controlled in dialysis because high levels of phosphorus cause bone breakdown. The body is not able to get rid of excess phosphorus through dialysis, as it was able to with working kidneys. How much phosphorus is in the foods I normally eat? What foods can I eat that are low in phosphorus? ANIMAL PRODUCTS Bacon 2 slices Low 58 mg Lunch Meat, Ham 1 oz Medium 70 mg Egg 1 large Medium 86 mg Ground Beef 3 oz High 167 mg Chicken Breast 3 oz High 194 mg Tilapia Fillet 3 oz High 196 mg FRUITS Apple 1 medium Low 15 mg Pear 1 medium Low 18 mg Pineapple, canned 1 cup crushed Low 18 mg in light syrup Banana 1 medium Low 26 mg
VEGETABLES Carrots 8 baby carrots Low 28 mg Broccoli 1 cup, chopped Low 58 mg Corn 1 medium ear Medium 91 mg Peas, fresh, cooked ½ cup Medium 93 mg Black Beans, canned 1 cup High 184 mg Lima Beans 1 cup High 187 mg DAIRY Sherbet 1 cup Medium 77 mg Soy Milk 1 cup Medium 105 mg Low-Fat Yogurt 8 oz High 327 mg 1% Milk 1 cup High 232 mg Cheese 1 oz High 145 mg Vanilla Ice Cream 1 cup High 140 mg GRAINS Popcorn, microwave 1 cup, popped Low 25 mg Whole Wheat Bread 1 slice Low 57 mg Ritz Crackers 8 crackers Low 62 mg Corn Tortilla 6 across Medium 75 mg Yellow Cake 1 piece Medium 101 mg Pancakes 5 across Medium 117 mg Whole Grain Breakfast 1 cup High 131-223 mg Cereal Oatmeal, cooked 1 cup High 147 mg
Potassium What does potassium do in the body? Potassium is an important mineral in the body that is involved in nutrient metabolism, building muscle, and in acid-base balance. It is also essential for the normal function of the heart. Why does it need to be controlled in dialysis? Potassium needs to be controlled because extremely high levels potassium negatively effects the contractions of the heart. The body is not able to excrete excess potassium through dialysis, as it was able to with working kidneys. How much potassium is in the foods I normally eat? What foods can I eat that are low in potassium? ANIMAL PRODUCTS Egg 1 large Low 63 mg Lunch Meat, Ham 1 oz Low 85 mg Bacon 2 slices Low 90 mg Chicken Breast 3 oz Medium 218 mg Ground Beef 3 oz Medium 263 mg Tilapia Fillet 3 oz High 353 mg FRUITS Pineapple ½ cup, diced Low 84 mg Plum 1 plum, 2 across Low 104 mg Apple 1 medium Low 148 mg Cherries ½ cup, pitted Medium 171 mg Pear 1 medium Medium 198 mg Cantaloupe ½ cup, diced Medium 208 mg Orange Juice ½ cup High 248 mg Banana 1 medium High 422 mg
VEGETABLES Cucumber ½ cup, sliced Low 81 mg Lettuce, green leaf 1 cup Low 103 mg Broccoli ½ cup, diced Low 139 mg Celery ½ cup, chopped Medium 156 mg Zucchini ½ cup, sliced Medium 172 mg Asparagus ½ cup Medium 201 mg Tomato 1 medium High 292 mg Potato ½ cup diced High 324 mg DAIRY Cheese, Cheddar 1 oz Low 28 mg Cottage Cheese 1 cup Medium 194 mg Ice Cream, 1 cup Medium 265 mg Vanilla Low-Fat Yogurt 6 oz High 332 mg 1% Milk 1 cup High 366 mg GRAINS Ritz Crackers 8 crackers Low 27 mg Whole Wheat Bread 1 slice Low 69 mg Oatmeal, cooked 1 cup Low 131 mg Wheat Chex Cereal 1 cup Medium 190 mg Cream of Wheat ½ cup Medium 178 mg
Sodium What does sodium do in the body? Sodium is a mineral that involved in the regulation of blood pressure and blood volume. Sodium is also involved in the functioning of muscles and nerves. Why does it need to be controlled in dialysis? Sodium needs to be controlled in dialysis because it can affect a patient s blood pressure, causes water retention, and increases thirst. How much sodium is in the foods I normally eat? What foods can I eat that are low in sodium? ANIMAL PRODUCTS Egg 1 large Medium 139 mg Chicken Breast 3 oz High 341 mg Lunch Meat, Ham 1 oz High 345 mg Tilapia, fillet 3 oz High 346 mg Bacon 2 slices High 370 mg FRUITS Peach 1 medium Low 0 mg Strawberries, whole ½ cup Low 1 mg Pineapple, canned ½ cup, diced Low 1 mg Applesauce ½ cup Low 3 mg
VEGETABLES Cauliflower ½ cup, chopped Low 11 mg Broccoli ½ cup, chopped Low 15 mg Carrot 1 medium Low 42 mg Olives, black 5 olives Medium 176 mg Pickles 1 spear High 306 mg Spaghetti Sauce ½ cup High 513 mg DAIRY Sour Cream 2 TBS Low 23 mg Low-Fat Yogurt 6 oz Low 99 mg Ice Cream, Vanilla 1 cup Medium 106 mg 1% Milk 1 cup Medium 107 mg Cheese, Cheddar 1 oz Medium 176 mg Cottage Cheese ½ cup High 382 mg Slim Fast 1 can (11 oz) High 580 mg GRAINS Spaghetti Noodles 1 cup, cooked Low 1 mg Oatmeal ½ cup, cooked Low 5 mg Ritz Crackers 5 crackers Medium 130 mg Whole Wheat Bread 1 slice Medium 132 mg Pretzels, hard, salted 10 bite-size pretzels Medium 163 mg Raisin Bran Cereal 1 cup High 354 mg Blueberry Muffin 1 medium High 356 mg Rice-A-Roni ½ cup High 278 mg