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Snacks for a Kidney Diet

Snacking is okay on the kidney diet as long as you make healthy choices. Check out this list of kidney-friendly snacks.

Top Low-Phosphorus Food Choices for a Kidney Diet

When you have kidney disease, it's important to keep phosphorus levels under control. Here are 7 lists of low-phosphorus food choices for a kidney diet.

13 Essential Vitamins for People with CKD

An overview of the 13 vitamins your body cannot do without, and the dietary recommendations for people with CKD.

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8 Diet and Nutrition Goals for People with Stage 3 CKD

In stage 3 CKD, the kidneys still function sufficiently to remove fluid, potassium and a moderate amount of waste. Check out these 8 diet and nutrition goals for people with stage 3 CKD.

15 Kidney-Friendly Protein Foods for Keeping Albumin Up

You can maintain or improve albumin by knowing how much protein to eat, and by including protein-rich, kidney-friendly foods each day. See 15 kidney-friendly protein options.

Kidney-Friendly Candy for Dialysis Patients

For people with CKD, some candies can be too high in phosphorus, potassium or sodium, which is restricted on the kidney diet. See which candies are more kidney-friendly.

Guide to Low-Sodium Foods for the Kidney Diet

How can you keep track of your sodium when you have kidney disease and high blood pressure? Follow this guide.

Milk Alternatives for People with Chronic Kidney Disease

People with CKD must limit dairy products because high levels of phosphorus, potassium and calcium in something like low-fat milk are not good for a kidney diet.

Snacks for a Kidney Diet

Snacking is okay on the kidney diet as long as you make healthy choices. Check out this list of kidney-friendly snacks.

Top Low-Phosphorus Food Choices for a Kidney Diet

When you have kidney disease, it's important to keep phosphorus levels under control. Here are 7 lists of low-phosphorus food choices for a kidney diet.

13 Essential Vitamins for People with CKD

An overview of the 13 vitamins your body cannot do without, and the dietary recommendations for people with CKD.

8 Diet and Nutrition Goals for People with Stage 3 CKD

In stage 3 CKD, the kidneys still function sufficiently to remove fluid, potassium and a moderate amount of waste. Check out these 8 diet and nutrition goals for people with stage 3 CKD.

15 Kidney-Friendly Protein Foods for Keeping Albumin Up

You can maintain or improve albumin by knowing how much protein to eat, and by including protein-rich, kidney-friendly foods each day. See 15 kidney-friendly protein options.

Kidney-Friendly Candy for Dialysis Patients

For people with CKD, some candies can be too high in phosphorus, potassium or sodium, which is restricted on the kidney diet. See which candies are more kidney-friendly.

Guide to Low-Sodium Foods for the Kidney Diet

How can you keep track of your sodium when you have kidney disease and high blood pressure? Follow this guide.

Milk Alternatives for People with Chronic Kidney Disease

People with CKD must limit dairy products because high levels of phosphorus, potassium and calcium in something like low-fat milk are not good for a kidney diet.

Snacks for a Kidney Diet

Snacking is okay on the kidney diet as long as you make healthy choices. Check out this list of kidney-friendly snacks.

Top Low-Phosphorus Food Choices for a Kidney Diet

When you have kidney disease, it's important to keep phosphorus levels under control. Here are 7 lists of low-phosphorus food choices for a kidney diet.

13 Essential Vitamins for People with CKD

An overview of the 13 vitamins your body cannot do without, and the dietary recommendations for people with CKD.

Top 15 Healthy Foods for People with Kidney Disease

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10 Tips to Help Control Fluids and Thirst

If your kidney diet includes a fluid limit, these tips may help you manage your thirst.

Guide to Low-Sodium Foods for the Kidney Diet

How can you keep track of your sodium when you have kidney disease and high blood pressure? Follow this guide.

Kidney-Friendly Candy for Dialysis Patients

For people with CKD, some candies can be too high in phosphorus, potassium or sodium, which is restricted on the kidney diet. See which candies are more kidney-friendly.

Best Cheese Choices for a Kidney Diet

Limiting cheese due to phosphorus and sodium content? Read about the best cheeses to include.

Food Facts Friday: Strawberries

Strawberries are a popular, low-potassium fruit. Plus, they're a great source of antioxidants and vitamin C.

Changing to a Plant-Based Diet

You don't have to be a vegetarian to follow a plant-based diet. Learn more about this latest health trend.

Go Low: Lower Potassium Fruit and Vegetable Choices

Fruits and veggies are packed with vitamins, minerals and fiber. Add these lower potassium choices to your grocery list.

High Phosphorus? Get the Facts

Keeping phosphorus in check can prevent bone problems. Learn about how to manage phosphorus in your diet.

10 Tips to Help Control Fluids and Thirst

If your kidney diet includes a fluid limit, these tips may help you manage your thirst.

Guide to Low-Sodium Foods for the Kidney Diet

How can you keep track of your sodium when you have kidney disease and high blood pressure? Follow this guide.

Kidney-Friendly Candy for Dialysis Patients

For people with CKD, some candies can be too high in phosphorus, potassium or sodium, which is restricted on the kidney diet. See which candies are more kidney-friendly.

Best Cheese Choices for a Kidney Diet

Limiting cheese due to phosphorus and sodium content? Read about the best cheeses to include.

Food Facts Friday: Strawberries

Strawberries are a popular, low-potassium fruit. Plus, they're a great source of antioxidants and vitamin C.

Changing to a Plant-Based Diet

You don't have to be a vegetarian to follow a plant-based diet. Learn more about this latest health trend.

Go Low: Lower Potassium Fruit and Vegetable Choices

Fruits and veggies are packed with vitamins, minerals and fiber. Add these lower potassium choices to your grocery list.

High Phosphorus? Get the Facts

Keeping phosphorus in check can prevent bone problems. Learn about how to manage phosphorus in your diet.

10 Tips to Help Control Fluids and Thirst

If your kidney diet includes a fluid limit, these tips may help you manage your thirst.

Guide to Low-Sodium Foods for the Kidney Diet

How can you keep track of your sodium when you have kidney disease and high blood pressure? Follow this guide.

Kidney-Friendly Candy for Dialysis Patients

For people with CKD, some candies can be too high in phosphorus, potassium or sodium, which is restricted on the kidney diet. See which candies are more kidney-friendly.

Featured Recipes

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Grilled Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich

A kidney-friendly twist on the classic PB&J sandwich.

Popcorn 3 Ways

Shake up your regular popcorn with this low-sodium treat.

Party Punch

A great "mocktail" for holidays or festive gatherings.

Honey Spice-Rubbed Salmon

A heart-healthy source of protein that's kidney- and diabetes-friendly.

Cranberry Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies

These easy cookies taste great with a cup of coffee.

High-Protein Rice Crispy Treats

A sweet way to boost your protein.

High-Protein Jell-O® Cubes

A colorful and festive crowd-pleaser.

Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Sauce

Try it on pizza, pasta, rice or as a topping for chicken.

Grilled Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich

A kidney-friendly twist on the classic PB&J sandwich.

Popcorn 3 Ways

Shake up your regular popcorn with this low-sodium treat.

Party Punch

A great "mocktail" for holidays or festive gatherings.

Honey Spice-Rubbed Salmon

A heart-healthy source of protein that's kidney- and diabetes-friendly.

Cranberry Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies

These easy cookies taste great with a cup of coffee.

High-Protein Rice Crispy Treats

A sweet way to boost your protein.

High-Protein Jell-O® Cubes

A colorful and festive crowd-pleaser.

Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Sauce

Try it on pizza, pasta, rice or as a topping for chicken.

Grilled Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich

A kidney-friendly twist on the classic PB&J sandwich.

Popcorn 3 Ways

Shake up your regular popcorn with this low-sodium treat.

Party Punch

A great "mocktail" for holidays or festive gatherings.

Honey Spice-Rubbed Salmon

A heart-healthy source of protein that's kidney- and diabetes-friendly.

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6 Refreshing Smoothies for a Kidney Diet

A quick fix for a nutritious snack or meal substitute when the days get busy.

6 Simple Shrimp Recipes for a Kidney Diet

Try the Linguine with Garlic and Shrimp, Shrimp Fried Rice and more.

Cool Down with 13 Low-Phosphorus Frozen Recipes

Ditch the dairy and try these low-phosphorus, fruity frozen treats.

7 Quick Lunch Ideas for the Kidney Diet

Try the BBQ Chicken Pita Pizza, Brewery Burger and more.

5-Minute Kidney-Friendly Breakfasts

Short on time? Try these easy, quick recipes for the most important meal of the day.

Seasoning Secrets: 7 Low-Sodium Sauces

Homemade sauces are the key to enjoying low-sodium flavors, and many are easy to make.

5 Popcorn Recipes for a Kidney Diet

Naturally low in sodium and fat, popcorn is a good kidney diet snack.

5 Renal-Friendly Yogurt Recipes

Try the Lemon Yogurt Parfait and more.

6 Refreshing Smoothies for a Kidney Diet

A quick fix for a nutritious snack or meal substitute when the days get busy.

6 Simple Shrimp Recipes for a Kidney Diet

Try the Linguine with Garlic and Shrimp, Shrimp Fried Rice and more.

Cool Down with 13 Low-Phosphorus Frozen Recipes

Ditch the dairy and try these low-phosphorus, fruity frozen treats.

7 Quick Lunch Ideas for the Kidney Diet

Try the BBQ Chicken Pita Pizza, Brewery Burger and more.

5-Minute Kidney-Friendly Breakfasts

Short on time? Try these easy, quick recipes for the most important meal of the day.

Seasoning Secrets: 7 Low-Sodium Sauces

Homemade sauces are the key to enjoying low-sodium flavors, and many are easy to make.

5 Popcorn Recipes for a Kidney Diet

Naturally low in sodium and fat, popcorn is a good kidney diet snack.

5 Renal-Friendly Yogurt Recipes

Try the Lemon Yogurt Parfait and more.

6 Refreshing Smoothies for a Kidney Diet

A quick fix for a nutritious snack or meal substitute when the days get busy.

6 Simple Shrimp Recipes for a Kidney Diet

Try the Linguine with Garlic and Shrimp, Shrimp Fried Rice and more.

Cool Down with 13 Low-Phosphorus Frozen Recipes

Ditch the dairy and try these low-phosphorus, fruity frozen treats.

7 Quick Lunch Ideas for the Kidney Diet

Try the BBQ Chicken Pita Pizza, Brewery Burger and more.

Diet & Nutrition

Diet & Nutrition

Find a Kidney-Friendly Recipe

Take control of your diet with DaVita tools & resources

Free Cookbooks

Eating Out Guides

Food Analyzer

Kidney Diet & Nutrition Tips

8 Diet and Nutrition Goals for People with Stage 3 CKD

15 Kidney-Friendly Protein Foods for Keeping Albumin Up

Kidney-Friendly Candy for Dialysis Patients

Top 15 Healthy Foods for People with Kidney Disease

Featured Blog Posts

Best Cheese Choices for a Kidney Diet

Food Facts Friday: Strawberries

Changing to a Plant-Based Diet

Featured Recipes

Cranberry Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies

High-Protein Rice Crispy Treats

High-Protein Jell-O® Cubes

Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Sauce

Save your favorite recipes

Recipe Collections

5-Minute Kidney-Friendly Breakfasts

Seasoning Secrets: 7 Low-Sodium Sauces

5 Popcorn Recipes for a Kidney Diet

5 Renal-Friendly Yogurt Recipes