Guide To The Treatment Of Berger's Disease

Eat Less Protein

Inside the body, dietary protein is broken down into waste products the kidneys must filter. Since consuming more protein increases the workload placed on the kidneys, doctors often recommend that Berger's disease patients eat less protein. Doctors believe this could slow the progression of kidney decline. Patients may need to cut back or eliminate high-protein foods like meat, eggs, and nut butter from their diet. To sufficiently reduce protein, some patients have found it helpful to eat a primarily plant-based diet. Whatever diet a patient chooses to follow, they will likely be asked to count their daily protein intake and keep it below a certain threshold. Since eating a low-protein diet can be challenging, patients may wish to have consultations with a nutritionist to get advice on appropriate meal planning. Patients will have their protein levels tracked by routine blood and urine tests during medical appointments.