Diet After a Kidney Transplant
What eating well looks like after a transplant, and what to watch.
Last updated: 2026-09-24
After a transplant, diet often becomes more flexible than on dialysis, but some medicines raise blood sugar, cholesterol and blood pressure.
What to focus on
- A balanced diet with plenty of fruit and vegetables
- Food safety — immunosuppression raises infection risk
- Watching salt and sugar
Frequently asked questions
Can I eat raw food after a transplant?
Food safety matters more on immunosuppression — avoid undercooked meat, raw eggs and unpasteurised products.