Low-protein diet
Low-protein diet
A low-protein diet is a dietary regimen designed to limit the intake of proteins. This diet is often prescribed to individuals with certain health conditions such as kidney disease or phenylketonuria.
Pronunciation
Low-protein diet: /loʊ 'proʊ.tiːn daɪət/
Etymology
The term "low-protein diet" is derived from the English words "low" meaning small in amount, "protein" which is a type of nutrient found in food, and "diet" referring to the kinds of food that a person, animal, or community habitually eats.
Definition
A low-protein diet is a diet in which people reduce their intake of protein. A low-protein diet is often prescribed by doctors for patients with renal disease or digestive problems. When the kidneys are not functioning properly, waste products can build up in the blood. One of the major waste products is urea, a compound that your body creates after it breaks down protein.
Related Terms
- Protein: A nutrient that is essential for building muscle mass. It is commonly found in animal products, though is also present in other sources, such as nuts and legumes.
- Diet: The kinds of food that a person, animal, or community habitually eats.
- Kidney disease: A disease that impairs kidney function, often leading to its inability to remove waste products from the body.
- Phenylketonuria: A rare inherited disorder that causes an amino acid called phenylalanine to build up in the body.
- Renal disease: Another term for kidney disease. The kidneys filter waste and excess fluid from the blood, which are then excreted in urine.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Low-protein diet
- Wikipedia's article - Low-protein diet
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