Kidney Diet
Kidney Diet Dietitian in Chennai
A kidney diet is one of the most individual diets there is. How much protein, salt, potassium, phosphorus and fluid is right for you depends on your reports, your stage of kidney disease and your treatment.
At our Perumbakkam clinic or online, we turn your nephrologist's advice and your reports into a practical meal plan using familiar South Indian foods.
Who This Is For
- People with chronic kidney disease (CKD) at any stage
- People on dialysis
- People with diabetes or high blood pressure that affects the kidneys
- People with a history of kidney stones, alongside their doctor's advice
- Family members who cook for someone with kidney disease
Common Concerns We Help With
- Understanding which vegetables, fruits and dals are suitable
- How much protein to eat
- Controlling salt, potassium and phosphorus
- Fluid limits and thirst
- Low appetite and weight loss
- Managing kidney disease together with diabetes
What Your Consultation Includes
- A detailed review of your reports (such as creatinine, eGFR, electrolytes) and your nephrologist's advice
- A meal plan that fits your stage and treatment, built around familiar foods
- Practical cooking methods to manage potassium and salt
- Guidance for days around dialysis, if applicable
- Follow-ups as your reports change
- Personalized exercise and yoga guidance as part of your diet chart - planned from your assessment, health condition and your doctor's advice, at no extra cost
How the Process Works
- Step 1
Book
Choose an in-clinic or online slot.
- Step 2
Assessment
Bring your latest reports and medicine list; we review them with your routine and food habits.
- Step 3
Your plan
A kidney-friendly meal plan matched to your reports and treatment.
- Step 4
Follow-up
We update the plan each time your reports change.
Your dietitian
Your Dietitian
Dt. Vaisnavi Gunasekaran is a clinical nutritionist & dietitian and the founder of The Diet Desk in Perumbakkam, Chennai. Every plan starts with a detailed assessment of your health, routine and food habits, and is built around the home-cooked Indian food you already enjoy.
- Qualifications
- M.Sc Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics (University Gold Medalist) · Diploma in Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences (DNYS) · Certified Diabetic Educator
- Experience
- 6+ years of experience in clinical nutrition, guiding 500+ clients with personalized diet plans for weight management, diabetes, PCOD/PMOS, pregnancy and other health conditions.
In-Clinic & Online
Consultations in English & Tamil.
In-clinic in Perumbakkam
Meet the dietitian in person at our Perumbakkam clinic. Convenient for Sholinganallur, Medavakkam, Sithalapakkam, Navalur and the OMR corridor.
Online consultation
Consult by video or phone from home or office, anywhere. You get the same assessment, personalized plan and follow-ups.
Kidney Diet: FAQs
Is there one kidney diet for everyone?
No. It depends on your stage, reports, dialysis and other conditions, which is why your plan is built from your own reports.
Which reports do I need?
Recent kidney function tests (creatinine, urea, eGFR), electrolytes such as potassium, and anything your nephrologist has asked for.
Will the diet change my treatment?
No. Treatment decisions stay with your nephrologist. We plan your food around them.
Can I still eat rice and dal?
Most people can, in amounts that suit their reports. Your plan will show how much and how to prepare them.
Do I have to pay separately for exercise or yoga?
No. Exercise and yoga guidance is part of your diet chart, not a separate service. It is planned from your assessment - your health condition, fitness, age and your doctor's advice - and comes at no extra cost.
Book a Kidney Diet Consultation
Book an in-clinic or online consultation, or message us on WhatsApp with any questions.
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This information is educational and does not replace advice from your doctor or emergency care. Your plan depends on an individual assessment. Please tell us about any medical conditions and medicines. Read the full disclaimer.