The Straits Times·3 min read·medium
NKF lowers malnutrition risk among its patients by putting protein first
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The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) in Singapore has successfully reduced malnutrition among dialysis patients by prioritizing high-protein diets and providing nutritional supplements. This approach helps patients maintain muscle mass and immunity, which are often compromised during treatment.
NKF principal dietitian Yee Chooi Fong explaining protein requirements to patient Neo Ah Lek at NKF’s 633 Ang Mo Kio Dialysis Centre on June 24.
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