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Diabetes and Kidney Disease: Are You at Risk?
Did you know there is a significant link between diabetes and kidney disease? Watch this short video to learn more.
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Food Facts Friday: Pecans
Fall is harvest time for new pecans. At their freshest, these nuts are sweet and crunchy. If you are wondering about including pecans in a kidney diet, read on to learn the facts. Pecans are a member of the walnut family. The nuts grow in a stippled brown shell. Pecans can be eaten raw or […]
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Understanding Diabetes and Blood Sugar Control
Imagine this scene. Your doctor tells you that you have diabetes. You are afraid as you are not too sure what it all means. You start hearing new terms such as blood glucose, insulin, hemoglobin A1c, fasting blood glucose, fasting blood sugars and it seems overwhelming. So let’s take a minute to break it down. Understanding […]
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Peritoneal Dialysis: Need more Potassium?
When it comes to kidney disease, there are a lot of “P” words which have specific nutrition recommendations . . . protein, phosphorus, potassium . . . sound familiar? Let me add in yet another “P” word, peritoneal dialysis or PD for short. It starts to get confusing after a while! The focus of this […]
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Kidney Transplant Preparation
Getting ready for a kidney transplant? Transplant is a gift of life. You definitely want to be prepared for when the time arrives. Both late stage chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients and dialysis patients may be eligible to receive a new kidney. For those who do receive a transplant, being as healthy as possible is important. One […]
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Diabetes- and Kidney- Friendly Eating Vol 2
We understand following a special diet can be challenging, especially when you have chronic kidney disease (CKD) and diabetes. That’s why DaVita and the American Diabetes Association (ADA) are proud to share this second edition of Today’s Kidney Diet: Diabetes- and Kidney-Friendly Eating. You’ll find classic comfort foods with a healthy twist, such as Veggie […]
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Blending Special Diets into Meal Planning
Having a special renal diet where you will eat differently than the rest of the family can feel isolating for a person with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Meal planning takes on a larger role in preparing family meals. In addition, there is extra pressure on the home cook. Who wants to make two meals? Instead […]
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Making Holiday Meals Kidney-Friendly
Holidays are a magical time of the year. Sticking to a kidney-friendly diet can be challenging. However with a few changes, it is possible to enjoy holiday meals and celebrations with your loved ones. Planning Holiday Meals Planning ahead can make a stressful time easier. If you are cooking, you will be able to control […]
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A Gift from the Heart: Homemade Seasoning Blends
Looking for a homemade-holiday gift to give your loved one with chronic kidney disease (CKD)? Consider salt-free herb and spice seasoning blends. These tasty spice combinations contain herbs and spices without the salt or other high-sodium ingredients. The benefit for people with CKD is the low sodium content. People with CKD have a reduced ability […]
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Planning Holiday Meals: Sodium and Potassium Tips
The leaves are falling, temperatures are dropping, and the holidays are here. Holiday meals and seasonal feasts with endless amounts of delicious food, drinks and desserts will likely flood our tables. Many of these tasty treats may be high in sodium and potassium, which can be a concern for people with kidney disease. Now is […]
