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Is Almond Milk Better Than Whole Milk For Renal Disease?
Question: I have stage four renal disease and am attempting to control it through diet, but I have a questions about milk or coffee creamer. Recently I gave up all nuts as I don't seem to be able to eat just ONE, but I switched to Almond milk, mostly for my coffee. My question is is this better for my disease control than whole milk. I am also a very well controlled diabetic.
Brief Answer:
Almond milk is the better option
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for trusting HCM
Almond milk is the better option for you than cow's milk since you are diagnosed with kidney disease and diabetes.
8 ounce of whole cow's milk contains 150 calories,12g sugar, and 8g protein.
8 ounce of almond milk contains 40 calories, 0g sugar, and 3g protein.
Low sugar and protein content make Almond milk the better choice for renal disease and diabetes. However, make sugar the almond milk you use is unsweetened. There is sweetened almond milk available in the market that has high sugar and calorie content.
Hope this answers your questions
Please let me know if you have further questions
Regards
Dr.Lekshmi
Almond milk is the better option
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for trusting HCM
Almond milk is the better option for you than cow's milk since you are diagnosed with kidney disease and diabetes.
8 ounce of whole cow's milk contains 150 calories,12g sugar, and 8g protein.
8 ounce of almond milk contains 40 calories, 0g sugar, and 3g protein.
Low sugar and protein content make Almond milk the better choice for renal disease and diabetes. However, make sugar the almond milk you use is unsweetened. There is sweetened almond milk available in the market that has high sugar and calorie content.
Hope this answers your questions
Please let me know if you have further questions
Regards
Dr.Lekshmi
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
What about coffee in general is it harmful to kidneys?
Brief Answer:
Follow up answer
Detailed Answer:
Hello again,
Caffeine has not shown to profoundly affect the kidneys. However, caffeine contained in coffee can cause dehydration and transient rise in blood pressure which can stress your kidneys. So, I would recommend limiting coffee intake to 1 or 2 cups a day.
Hope this answers your questions
Please let me know if you have further questions
Regards
Dr.Lekshmi
Follow up answer
Detailed Answer:
Hello again,
Caffeine has not shown to profoundly affect the kidneys. However, caffeine contained in coffee can cause dehydration and transient rise in blood pressure which can stress your kidneys. So, I would recommend limiting coffee intake to 1 or 2 cups a day.
Hope this answers your questions
Please let me know if you have further questions
Regards
Dr.Lekshmi
Note: For further queries related to kidney problems and comprehensive renal care, talk to a Nephrologist. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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