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Zinc Deficiency and Dialysis: Causes and Signs

Zinc is a mineral with several important roles in the human body. It aids in immunity, wound healing, protein synthesis, and helps maintain sense of taste and smell. Zinc deficiency is common among dialysis patients. It is estimated to affect 40 to 78% of dialysis patients. Causes of Zinc Deficiency One may become zinc deficient several […]

Heart Healthy Tips that Merge with a Kidney Diet

People with kidney disease have many dietary considerations. Getting the right nutrients as well as cutting back on certain nutrients are at the top of the list. However, many patients also have heart disease and thus, need to think about  heart healthy measures in the diet that are just as important. Heart Healthy Tips To assist here […]

Today’s Kidney Diet Game Days Shish Kebabs Recipe Demo

DaVita dietitian Elizabeth McClary embraced the Today’s Kidney Diet Game Day Recipes cookbook, sharing it with her dialysis patients. But she took it a big step further and visited the Aggie’s campus in College Station, Texas. Elizabeth hooked up with the team at KBTX to do a live television demo of one of the cookbook recipes. Shish […]

Today's Kidney Diet Home-Cooked Holidays Cookbook

November marks the kick-off of winter holidays, directing our focus to holiday shopping, decorations and food. In conjunction, DaVita is kicking off the Today’s Kidney Diet (TKD) Home-Cooked Holidays cookbook. This holiday cookbook includes kidney-friendly Thanksgiving dishes like Pear and Cranberry Salad, low-potassium Almost Mashed Potatoes and a healthy, low-sodium version of the favorite Green Bean Casserole. In […]

Why are Calcimimetics Prescribed for Kidney Patients?

Calcimimetics are prescribed to treat a condition called secondary hyperparathyroidism (hyper-para-thyroid-ism). In this condition the parathyroid glands are overactive. Kidney failure often causes the parathyroid glands to make too much parathyroid hormone (PTH). Too much PTH can make your calcium and phosphorus blood levels increase, leading to hardening of organs and soft tissues, bone disease, and […]

Chronic Kidney Disease: What is a Kidney Diet?

Kidney disease affects growing numbers of people worldwide. If you are one of the millions of people at risk for chronic kidney disease (CKD), it is important to learn about the disease progression and how a kidney diet can positively impact your health. Why follow a kidney diet? The purpose of following a kidney-friendly diet is […]

What is a Kidney-Friendly Diet?

Does reading about a kidney-friendly diet have you asking "What can I eat?" Are you confused and frustrated trying to piece together information from many different sources? Let’s get back to the basics as we review kidney-friendly diet recommendations. Keep it Simple In our fast-paced culture, many foods are manufactured for convenience. As a result, […]

DaVita Eats: Artichoke Relish on Toasted Pita

This Artichoke Relish is exploding with flavor and pairs perfectly with your favorite low-potassium veggie or toasted pita.

Get this recipe and more in Today’s Kidney Diet: Hearty Winter Dishes. Download for free: http://bit.ly/2iYv1Fc.

Portions: 16
Serving size: 2 tablespoons of relish on 2 pita wedges

Ingredients:
14 ounces canned artichoke hearts
2 ounces canned diced pimento
2 green onions
1 garlic clove
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 pita bread rounds, 7” size

Preparation:
Drain and chop artichoke hearts and pimento. Thinly slice green onions and mince garlic clove.
Combine artichokes, pimentos, green onions, Parmesan cheese, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil and pepper in a bowl and mix well.
Cover and chill for 8 hours or overnight.
Preheat oven to 350° F.
Split pita rounds open. Cut each half into quarters, making 8 wedges.
Place pita wedges on a baking sheet, smooth side down and spray with cooking spray. Bake for 8 minutes or until lightly browned.
Cool pita wedges and set aside in airtight container until ready to serve.
Top each pita wedge with 1 tablespoon of Artichoke Relish.

Renal and renal diabetic food choices:
1 starch
1/2 vegetable, medium potassium

Carbohydrate choices:
1

Helpful hints: Bagel chips or pita chips work well too. Choose the lowest sodium chips.

Today’s Kidney Diet Autumn Favorites Cookbook

Autumn brings in a change of menu from grilled and chilled dishes to warm stews, slow cooker one-pot meals and desserts flavored with apple and pumpkin pie spices. DaVita’s latest seasonal cookbook is Today’s Kidney Diet (TKD) Autumn Favorites. Think fall produce, roasted meats and vegetables and sweet fall treats. Featured recipes include savory hearty dishes […]

Overcoming Diet Obstacles: Together We are Better

Overcoming diet obstacles may seem like an impossible challenge at times. When I am asked to give a nutrition talk, I often begin by asking the question "Who here enjoys following their diet?" and ask for a show of hands. Typically not one hand will be raised and some good-natured laughter follows. I point out […]