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Food Facts Friday: Lemons: A Sweet Choice for Your Kidney Diet
Three cheers for the fruit with “pucker power”! Most people think of lemons as a garnish for dinner plates and ice tea glasses. However, this…
Continue Reading »Fluid and Thirst Control Tips for Summer
We’ve all been there…it’s a hot summer day and the only thing you want to do is drink a few cool glasses of water. But…
Continue Reading »Kidney-friendly Takeout Tips
While many people are now preparing their own food, you may want a break from cooking and opt to order takeout. It’s a great way…
Continue Reading »Potassium Control Tips for a Healthy Life
Why is Potassium Control Important? Potassium is a necessary nutrient that helps the heart and muscles function properly. However, too much potassium can be harmful…
Continue Reading »Food Facts Friday: Strawberries
Springtime is the peak season for strawberries, one of the most popular berries. They taste great eaten alone or mixed in a salad or smoothie….
Continue Reading »Dialyzing While in a Pandemic
As a health care provider for dialysis patients for twenty-five years, I can only imagine what might be going through the minds of patients during…
Continue Reading »Tips and Recipes for an Extended Stay at Home
During an emergency, such as a natural disaster or global pandemic, there may be limited access to essential items, including groceries. In these situations, it…
Continue Reading »Food Facts Friday: Beans
Beans are a nutrient-dense food with several benefits to offer. But can they be a healthy part of a kidney-friendly diet? Nutritional Facts and Beans Beans are…
Continue Reading »Food Facts Friday: Cherries
Cherries not only taste good, but are good for you. These red jewels have anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and are a source of polyphenols and…
Continue Reading »6 Soups to Make this Season
Knock off the winter chill with a hearty bowl of soup. DaVita dietitian Jessica Triggs’ past post “Make this Soup Season a Success” can help you…
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