Labor Day, also known as the “workingman’s holiday,” celebrates hard working Americans and the time and commitment they make each and every day to their jobs and families. It also marks the end of summer with the final barbecues and picnics of the season, and the next school year about to begin.

With all the social activities, travel and cookouts around this holiday weekend, it’s important to stay on track with diet, exercise and medication routines. Check out some of these kidney-friendly favorite recipes to try this Labor Day.

• Brewery Burger
• Chicken Pepper Bacon Wrap
• Easy BBQ Beef

What celebration doesn’t include sweet treats? Impress your guests with these simple-to-make low-potassium, low-phosphorus dessert recipes.

• Banana Pudding Dessert
• Apple Caramel Dessert
• Festive Fruit Salad
• Fruity Dump Cake

And don’t forget about fluids! If you are going to be outside for an extended amount of time, bring an umbrella or find a shady place to relax. For those watching your fluid intake, check out these thirst-quenching tips.

For more Labor Day recipe ideas check out these past Kidney Diet Tips posts:

• Ideas for a Kidney-Friendly Labor Day Barbecue
• Labor Day Recipes to Send off Summer
• Tips for a Happy, Healthy Labor Day

Happy Labor Day!