Category Archives: Diet Management
Zinc Deficiency and Dialysis: Causes and Signs
Zinc is a mineral with several important roles in the human body. It aids in immunity, wound healing, protein synthesis, and helps maintain sense of taste…
Continue Reading »Food for Thought: Eating with Friends and Family
Family dinners. Birthday parties. Summer picnics. Social gatherings. Holiday events. All involve eating. Have you been caught in a situation where you couldn’t enjoy yourself…
Continue Reading »Holiday Season Weight Management
The holidays are a time that brings joy to many people. It may also be a time for weight management measures. A sense of dread…
Continue Reading »Fast and Home-Made for the Holidays
The hustle and bustle of the holidays is here and the race is on to find the best gift and closest parking spot. It is…
Continue Reading »Dining Out Successfully at Mongolian Grill
My next dining out adventure takes me to bd’s Mongolian Grill. It is a unique franchise restaurant where you actually have the ability to pick…
Continue Reading »Understanding Diabetes and Blood Sugar Control
Imagine this scene. Your doctor tells you that you have diabetes. You are afraid as you are not too sure what it all means. You…
Continue Reading »Power Breakfasts for Kidney Diets
Starting your mornings with a kidney-friendly breakfast can set the tone for the rest of your day. You may be less tempted to snack later…
Continue Reading »Heart Healthy Tips that Merge with a Kidney Diet
People with kidney disease have many dietary considerations. Getting the right nutrients as well as cutting back on certain nutrients are at the top of…
Continue Reading »Keeping Bones Healthy with Kidney Disease
Healthy bones are essential for good body structure and mobility. The human skeleton provides the framework for our body, supports our body weight, and protects…
Continue Reading »Choosing the Right Cereal
As a renal dietitian, I am often asked what types of breakfast cereals are part of a kidney-friendly diet. This can be a difficult question…
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