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I have iga nephropathy, can i consume soy based proteins?
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Yes: Iga nephropathy is a immune mediated glimerulopathy. Fish oil is recommneded. Depending on kidney function you might need meds such as acei. You can take soy protein.
Answered 6/6/2015
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Soy and IgAN: Yes! Soy is wonderful as source of protein. Safe for kidney as long as your overall kidney function is at least 50% of normal. i.e. serum creatinine less than 1.2.
Answered 8/13/2014
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