1.Including a variety of grains, fruits and vegetables, but whole grains and 
some fruits and vegetables may be limited if blood tests show phosphorus or 
potassium levels are above normal.
2.A diet that is low in saturated fat and cholesterol and moderate in total 
fats, especially if cholesterol is high or if you have diabetes or heart 
disease
3.Limiting intake of refined and processed foods high in sodium and prepare 
foods with less salt or high sodium ingredients
4.Aiming for a healthy weight by consuming adequate calories and including 
physical activity each day
5.Keeping protein intake within the DRI level recommended for healthy people 
with attention to high quality protein.
6.Consuming the DRI for the water soluble vitamin B complex and C.
7.Vitamin D and iron may be tailored to individual requirements
8.Limiting phosphorus if blood levels of phosphorus or PTH are above 
normal
9.Limiting calcium if blood levels are above normal
10.Potassium is usually not restricted unless blood levels are above 
normal
