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How to Lower Potassium in Potatoes
For many people with kidney disease, it’s important to limit your potassium. Watch as a DaVita dietitian shows how to lower the potassium in potatoes, a favorite high-potassium vegetable, by double boiling. You’ll find more kidney diet and nutrition tips at DaVita.com/KidneyDiet.
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Alcohol Guidelines for People on Dialysis
Food and drink are a huge part of celebrations and special occasions. Many people on dialysis wonder if drinking alcohol can be a part of a kidney diet. By working with your nephrologist and dietitian, it may be possible to include alcohol in moderation. Alcohol Considerations The following tips can help you determine what is […]
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Reading Nutrition Labels for Hidden Phosphorus
People with kidney disease, especially those on dialysis, need to monitor the amount of phosphorus in the foods they consume. Learn from a DaVita dietitian about how to spot hidden phosphorus in food nutrition labels. You’ll find more kidney diet and nutrition tips at DaVita.com/KidneyDiet.
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Holiday Fluid Management (Part One)
It’s the holiday season, the time to celebrate our traditions, even if things are different this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. These celebrations may include a variety of foods and drinks that can tempt you beyond your usual diet and fluid limits. Your renal dietitian will most likely work with you on holiday fluid […]
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Healthy Homemade Treats
Why make treats or snacks at home? You may want to have healthier homemade treats. For patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and those on dialysis, there are some nutrients to keep in balance—sodium and phosphorus in particular. One advantage of making healthy homemade treats and snacks is that you control what is going into […]
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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 wait! Before you drink too much, remember that excess fluid may have negative effects on your body. For those on dialysis, it is recommended to limit fluid intake to 32 […]
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Strawberries
Last updated: August 6, 2026 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. Strawberries provide health benefits making them a great fruit to include in your diet. Serving Size and Nutrition Facts One serving of strawberries is about […]
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Sheet Pan Smarts for the Kidney Diet
Putting together a tasty meal using only one pan is the ultimate in convenience for the home cook. Not only are sheet pan meals quick to prepare, clean-up is a breeze. With new on-line recipes coming out every day, sheet pan meals have never been so popular. Here’s a breakdown of the basics when it […]
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Hyperglycemia and Diabetes in Adult Kidney Transplant
If you are considering a kidney transplant, or have already received one, there are some things you need to know. This blog post focuses on hyperglycemia and diabetes related to kidney transplant. Nutrition care for kidney transplant patients is a complex process. A transplant recipient’s nutritional status is impacted by many different things – appetite, weight, digestive […]
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Kidney Health 101: Peritoneal Dialysis Basics and Benefits
If you recently learned you need treatment for kidney failure, you may be glad to hear you have choices when it comes to dialysis. Here’s a look at peritoneal dialysis (PD) to help you decide if this is a treatment option you want to discuss with your doctor. Talking with your nephrologist or attending a […]
