Proteinuria

Supplements for Oral Use

• Vitamin C

  Vitamin C reduces urinary protein loss caused by diabetes. Take 0.5-3.0 g of vitamin C daily, in divided doses, for many months.

• Cod liver oil or Halibut liver oil

  Cod liver oil or Halibut liver oil reduces urinary protein loss caused by diabetes. Take cod liver oil or halibut liver oil daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

• Astragalus mongholicus

  Astragalus mongholicus is a diuretic; improves kidney function; protects kidneys; reduces urinary protein loss. Take astragalus mongholicus daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

• Flax seed

  Flax seed reduces urinary protein loss. Take 25-50 g of crushed flax seed daily, in divided doses, with a glass of water, for many months.

• Isoflavones

  Isoflavones improve kidney function. Take 80-120 mg of isoflavones daily, in divided doses, for many months.

• Vitamin E

  Vitamin E reduces urinary protein loss caused by diabetes. Take 400-800 IU of vitamin E daily, in divided doses, for many months.