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I have a chronic kidney disease stage 4, still stable since 2009. i want to gain muscles but i cannot consume too much protein. any alternative?
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Training: It is not necessary to take in large amounts of protein to gain muscle mass, despite what the vitamin stores advertise. What is essential is consistent resistance training. With your condition, you can work out but avoiding increasing your protein intake is crucial to keeping your kidneys stable. Best of luck.
Answered 8/29/2020
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Muscle growth in CKD: Muscle growth with CKD is challenging. Aim for a target protein intake of 60 grams per day. Make sure this protein is the healthiest possible for you and your kidneys. Egg whites are the healthiest. It is pH neutral and contains virtually no phosphate. One egg white is 4-6 grams protein. You may eat up to 8 per day. Make sure calories are ample. Keep phosphate intake very low.
Answered 8/29/2020
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