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Benefits of Oral Nutrition Supplements (ONS)
Being on dialysis means your body may need extra protein and sometimes more calories to stay strong. But it can be tough to eat well…
Continue Reading »Managing Diabetes and Kidney Diets: Mealtime Suggestions
Uncontrolled diabetes can be dangerous, especially for the kidneys. The kidneys can be damaged by high blood sugar levels. This damage is permanent and can…
Continue Reading »Comparing Kidney Diets: Peritoneal Dialysis vs. Hemodialysis
In any situation, there are pros and cons when deciding between two options. Making the decision for which form of dialysis to treat end stage…
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 »Dialysis Diet to Match Your Treatment Type
There is actually no single dialysis diet. Actually there are several different dialysis diets. Today, more than ever there are treatment options for people who…
Continue Reading »Chronic Kidney Disease: What is a Kidney Diet?
Kidney disease affects growing numbers of people worldwide. If you are one of the millions of people at risk for chronic kidney disease (CKD), it…
Continue Reading »Milk: Is it Bad for People on Dialysis?
Even with the ever increasing foods in the market, milk and dairy products still top the grocery list. After all, most of us know from school…
Continue Reading »How to Bake with Whey Protein Powder
Whey protein powder, ever heard of it? If your albumin level is not within goal, it may be one of the protein supplements that your…
Continue Reading »Yes! Brown Rice Can Be a Healthy Option For You!
“Limit or avoid brown rice. White rice is a healthier option for you as a dialysis patient.” I have to be honest, I started working…
Continue Reading »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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