An increased potassium level (hyperkalemia) could be due to anti-rejection medications or kidney dysfunction. High levels of potassium may cause the heart to beat irregularly. If your potassium level is high, it can be helped by dietary limits of high-potassium foods. Some high potassium-containing foods include: apricots, bananas, cantaloupes, dates, dried fruits, figs, honeydew, kiwi, nectarines, oranges, prunes, raisins, artichokes, beans, brussel sprouts, lentils, peas, potatoes, pumpkin, spinach, squash, tomatoes, ketchup, cocoa, coffee, nuts, cereals with fruits and nuts, and salt substitute. Your dietician will advise you on how many servings of these foods you may have daily if your potassium level is high.

While it is important to regain lost weight and to rebuild your protein stores, you should also be careful not to gain too much weight once you have returned to your recommended weight. Being overweight may contribute to other health complications such as heart disease and diabetes. Regular low-impact exercise such as walking or riding a bicycle can be very helpful. You should start all activities slowly then gradually increase your activity as your endurance improves.

The recommended weight range for my height is: _______lbs to _______ lbs (_____kgs to _____kgs).