Alkaline diet and long term preservation of renal function in stage 5 CKD

• Main Authors: Athanasiadou V (Author), Kiousi E (Author), Panokostas D (Author), Grapsa E (Author)
• Format: Knjiga
• Izdano: Global Journal of Medical and Clinical Case Reports - Peertechz Publications, 2020-05-25.
• Teme: Case Report
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<p>Kidneys produce bicarbonate ions that neutralize acids in the blood. Patients suffering from Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) often present metabolic acidosis, as the kidney can no longer neutralize the acid load. Alkaline diet based on fruits, vegetables and mostly plant protein may have a pos...