Books /Handbook of Liver Diseases and Nutrition

9781639276820

American Medical Publishers

English

2023

250

$ 156.99

Kidneys are two reddish-brown organs that are shaped like beans and are found in vertebrates. They are positioned on the right and left side of the retroperitoneal space. Kidney disease is a condition in which the kidneys get damaged. It often leads to kidney dysfunction to some extent and might become the reason for kidney failure, which results in complete damage of kidneys and their function. Kidney failure is called the final stage of kidney disease in which kidney transplant or dialysis is the only way to treat the damage. The patients of kidney disease which are in the initial stages must consume less amount of sodium. Some patients might be recommended to minimize the consumption of protein. Patients having kidney disease must take a diet containing vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, poultry, fish, beans, and dairy products low in fat. This book contains some path-breaking studies on the role of nutrition in liver diseases. It is a valuable compilation of topics, ranging from the basic to the most complex advancements. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this book.