ALPS - Nutrition Interventions in Adults with Diabetic Foot Ulcers

Nutrition In DFU Guidelines Advisory Pocket Guide

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19 Hydration • Hydration status affects blood volume, blood circulation, and skin turgor, all of which are important in the wound-healing process. • Standard maintenance fluid requirements are 25–35 mL/kg/day for healthy adults. Diet • Dietary changes are often the best starting point when it comes to nutrition intervention in patients with DFUs. • Patients should start by eating less unhealthy fat, such as trans-fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol, and eating more unsaturated fats. • Priority should be given to nutrient dense foods. • Sodium intake should be reduced to 3,400 mg or less per day to help with control of blood pressure. • Oral nutrition supplements (ONS) can be taken between meals as needed to help provide additional protein and micronutrients. • Patients should consider varying the types of foods and supplements taken to avoid taste fatigue. • High-calorie, high-protein fortified foods and supplements should be offered, in addition to dietary changes, when dietary changes alone are not sufficient to meet nutritional requirements.

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