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Spring Ahead with Low Potassium Fruits and Vegetables
After a long cold winter, there is nothing more exciting than visiting your local market. The sight of fresh spring produce bursting off the shelves! You know that fruits and vegetables are an important part of your daily diet and have many health benefits. But how can you best balance the micronutrients and minerals from […]
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5 Benefits of Making Your Own Salad Dressing
The idea of making your own salad dressing may seem like a lot of effort. After all, there are so many varieties at the grocery store to grab and go. However, I was shocked at the simplicity of making homemade salad dressing. Plus, I really enjoyed the great flavor it had– once I gave it […]
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Blueberries in the Kidney Diet
July is National Blueberry Month! Add blueberries to your menu. Summer is the perfect time of year to enjoy delicious, fresh, seasonal produce. Naturally low potassium, phosphorus and sodium content, blueberries are a great match for a kidney-friendly diet.1 Serving Size and Nutrition Facts One cup of blueberries is considered a serving. It contains 84 calories, 1g […]
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Dietary Acid Load and High Alkaline Diet: Connection to Kidney Disease
The human body strives for perfect balance. Think about it–too much stress, too much food, not enough sleep, working or playing too much can all create imbalances. In the same way, the body strives for internal balance: balance of electrolytes like sodium, potassium, phosphorus and calcium; fluid balance; and balance of acid and base–the blood […]
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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 renal disease (ESRD) is no exception. Knowing the difference between kidney diets and the guidelines for peritoneal dialysis (PD) and those for in-center hemodialysis (HD) may be helpful in making your […]
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Tips for Following a Kidney Diet
Following a kidney diet takes education, diet tools and resources, and help from family and healthcare teams. Learning more about the "whys" of the diet may help. The kidneys are like water filters for our bodies. They trap waste products that enter our bodies via food and drinks. Then, they get rid of the waste through […]
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Food Safety and Street Food
As food becomes more accessible and cultures integrate, many people around the world have begun to enjoy a diverse array of cuisines on a daily basis. Each of these fares bring unique foods, flavors and cooking methods. In an effort to compete in a busy market, many vendors have begun selling their unique dishes as […]
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Kidney Diet Basics
Understanding what you can and cannot eat when you have kidney disease is an important part of treating your condition. Get to know the basics of a kidney diet.
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Oats and Oatmeal
Last updated: June 22, 2026 Cooler weather is here and what better way to start the morning than with a warm and wonderful bowl of hot cereal? Oatmeal is a popular morning breakfast for people around the world. This comes as no surprise once you consider the many health benefits of oats. Oatmeal can be added […]
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New Year’s Resolutions for Healthy Eating
The New Year is a great time to reflect on ways to improve health. So often New Year’s resolutions include a vow to lose weight or start a new exercise regimen. However, for someone with chronic kidney disease (CKD) additional health concerns may arise. Perhaps you are thinking about strategies to control your fluid intake […]
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