Jicama: A low potassium food for kidney diets
J is for…Jicama Kidney diets are challenging but not impossible to follow while still enjoying great tasting foods. One way to add enjoyment is to…
Continue Reading » Good foods for kidney diets–Italian seasonings pack in flavor
I is for…Italian Seasonings (This post is part of an ongoing series on selected ‘kidney-friendly’ foods and some of the good things included in the…
Continue Reading » Plan Kidney-friendly Meals with DaVita Diet Helper Online Meal Planning Tool
Starting and following a renal diet for people with kidney disease is a challenging and often frustrating task. If you are on a kidney diet…
Continue Reading » Kidney-Friendly Recipes for End of Summer Barbecues
The beginning of September marks end of summer and the last chances for summer outings and barbecues. Take advantage of the remaining sunny, warm weekends…
Continue Reading » Best Lunch and Dinner Choices for Dining Out on a Kidney Diet
Grabbing a fast meal on the run or going out for a nice dinner may be more challenging when following a renal diet. Here are…
Continue Reading » Best Breakfast Choices for Dining Out on a Kidney Diet
Eating breakfast out is a special treat for some and a daily routine for others. Knowing the best choices for a kidney diet helps you…
Continue Reading » Dining Out on a Kidney Diet
Putting together all the pieces of a kidney diet may make dining out a challenge. By following a few guidelines, it is possible to stick…
Continue Reading » H is for Herb and Spice Mixtures—a great way to season a kidney diet
Low sodium is one component of the renal diet recommended for people with chronic kidney disease and those on dialysis. Salt is an acquired taste….
Continue Reading » Tips for saving money on a kidney diet: Make a grocery list and shop for grocery sale items
High gasoline prices are contributing to rising food costs. Since many people on dialysis are unable to work full-time due to treatment time or disability,…
Continue Reading » Change Your Diet by Using a Food Diary
Research on dieting for weight loss and what works for long term weight maintenance is extensive. One tool shown to help weight loss dieters maintain…
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