Kidney Diet Cost: More or Less than a General Diet?

“How much is this going to cost me?” “Does the kidney diet cost more than my usual diet?” These may be some of the first questions…

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A Backyard Father's Day Celebration

Father’s Day, Sunday June 18th is a day to celebrate and have fun! Make great memories with the dads in your life this year in…

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Planning Your Kidney-Friendly Summer Garden

With summertime upon us, it’s the perfect time to start planting your own summer garden. Not only can planting a garden be a fun hobby…

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Make this Soup Season a Success

The season is here for warming up with your favorite bowl of stew or soup, especially on cold winter days. With the hustle and bustle…

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Stay on the Budget Nice List

The holiday season brings great memories, good food and cherished time with family and friends. However, the season also has a tendency to leave families…

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Farmers Markets: A Nice Place to Visit this Fall

Fall is a great time to visit your local farmers markets. They may be located at indoor or outdoor spaces. They can occur weekly, bi-weekly…

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Grocery Budgeting in the 21st Century

Penning a list and clipping coupons were surely ways to save money in the past. Now smart phones have outpaced that age-old practice by offering…

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3 Ways to Add Up the Grocery Savings

The checkout line at the grocery store can be a source of frustration, especially when the dollar signs keep adding up and the dreaded total…

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One Day’s Work: 7 Frozen Crock-Pot Meals

Sometimes the idea of cooking from scratch can be pretty daunting. First you need the recipes, then you make a list, then there’s the shopping,…

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Thirst Quenching Flavored Water for Hot Summer Days

By guest blogger DaVita Dietitian Kara Hansen, MS, RDN Summer is here and so is the heat! Nothing quenches thirst like an ice cold beverage. If you…

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