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Antioxidants and Anti-inflammatory Foods and the Kidney Diet

When plants are eaten we actually ingest the plant’s immune system. Our bodies benefit from some of the compounds in plant foods. Learn more about antioxidants and anti-inflammatory benefits from eating a plant-based diet. Antioxidants Defined Antioxidant is a term that most of us are familiar with, yet few understand the definition. Simply put, an […]

Baking Soda and Kidney Disease: Not Just for Baking and Cleaning (Part 1)

Last updated: June 22, 2026 Baking soda. You know it for its use in baking, cleaning, and maybe even teeth whitening. Its formal chemical name is sodium bicarbonate, and it’s not just used for baking and cleaning anymore. Sodium bicarbonate, or baking soda, is also used in the treatment of kidney disease. The National Kidney […]

Benefits of Tracking Dietary Intake

Do you struggle with managing your diet? Does the word diet make you feel a little anxious? Are there certain foods you need to limit or avoid related to health concerns? Have you considered tracking to help? Sometimes the word diet makes people feel like they will forever be restricting favorite foods or comfort items. While […]

Understanding Fluid Balance and Target Weight

Fluid balance is a big concern when your kidneys can no longer regulate fluids. Adhering to your fluid restriction is a difficult task, no doubt about it. And yet, following your fluid restriction is very important and can help you to avoid irreparable health hazards. Impact of Excess Fluid Excess fluid can cause swelling of […]

Pretzels

The earliest pretzels were soft, more like bread and date back to the 6th century. However the hard pretzel is not as old. According to Wikipedia, hard pretzels originated in Pennsylvania in the 1850s. Although they come in many shapes, traditional pretzels are known for their classic twist. But they should also be known for […]

Slow Cooker or Pressure Cooker Quick Meals

Dialysis can be tough on family dinnertime, especially when you want quick meals. Treatment schedules may make achieving a sit down family meal hard. When family members eat at different times and places, it’s easy to stray away from home cooked meals. You may be tempted to turn towards processed foods or fast foods that […]

Improving Cholesterol and Phosphorus with Niacin

Are you a dialysis patient that takes your binders and monitors your diet but still find yourself with high phosphorus levels each month? Some patients have that feeling of frustration when so much effort is put into trying to improve their phosphorus. If this sounds like you, you may want to talk to your doctor about […]

Add Flavor with Homemade Salsa

I want to encourage you to consider salsa as a way to add flavor to your meals. Why? Because salsa is cold and refreshing on hot days. Salsa is easy to make. Salsa can be adjusted for low or high in potassium based on your diet goals. Low Potassium Salsa Tips Here are some ways to keep salsa […]

DaVita Eats: Apple Cranberry Slaw

Full of flavor, crunch and the perfect amount of sweetness, this Apple Cranberry Slaw makes a great side for your next picnic! #DaVitaEats

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Portions: 8

Serving size: 1 cup

Ingredients:
1/2 medium cabbage head
1 medium red apple
2 tablespoons onion
1/2 cup dried, sweetened cranberries
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/2 tablespoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard

Preparation:
Shred cabbage and chop apple into small pieces. Grate onion.
In a large bowl mix cabbage, apple, onion, cranberries and almonds.
In a small bowl or jar combine remaining ingredients to make celery seed dressing; mix vigorously.
Pour over slaw and toss.

Renal and renal diabetic food choices:
1 vegetable, medium potassium
1 fruit, low potassium
3 fat

Carbohydrate choices:
1

Helpful hints:
The dressing is best when made ahead and chilled.
Celery seed dressing is great with any green salad.
Slaw keeps in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
To reduce carbohydrate to 8 grams and 1/2 carbohydrate choice you can substitute low calorie sweetener and reduce cranberries to 1/4 cup.

Hidden Potassium in Reduced-Sodium Meat

When trying to make smarter choices at the grocery store, you may be tempted to purchase the reduced-sodium meat or poultry option of your favorite deli meat instead of the original product. After scanning the ingredient list to insure no phosphate additives, you note a significantly lower sodium content. However, while aiming to reduce the amount […]