Long-Term Effects of Protein-Restricted Diet on Albuminuria and Renal Function in IDDM Patients Without Clinical Nephropathy and Hypertension

Abstract

This study suggests that long-term dietary protein restriction beneficially reduces albuminuria and renal hemodynamics in IDDM patients with mildly elevated albuminuria. Systemic BP counteracts these effects even in the absence of hypertension. Suboptimal compliance limits diet efficacy.