Patients with diabetic nephropathy can eat eggs in moderation, but if combined with moderate to severe renal insufficiency, eggs should not be eaten too much. Diabetic nephropathy is one of the major complications of diabetes. Proteinuria is less in the early stage, and a large amount of proteinuria may occur in the late stage. The protein intake of diabetic nephropathy patients should be based on high-quality protein, which usually refers to animal protein, such as eggs, milk, beef, fish and so on. Foods such as high salt should also be avoided and water intake should be reduced. Eggs are rich in protein, in addition to vitamin B, vitamin D, calcium, phosphorus, iron and other substances, patients with diabetic nephropathy can eat a moderate amount of eggs, which can play a role in improving their nutritional status. However, if combined with moderate to severe renal insufficiency, eggs should not be eaten too much. Patients with diabetic nephropathy are advised to go to regular hospitals in time to give targeted treatment or therapy under the guidance of doctors.