Search
Search Results
-
Food Label Reading: Become the Expert
How can reading a food label help you? One of the best ways to arm yourself in having a kidney-friendly diet is learning how to read food labels and using the information to make the best dietary decision for you. The label makes it easy to compare similar products and find the amounts of nutrients in […]
-
Prebiotics and Dialysis: What You Need to Know
By now most people are familiar with the term "probiotic", yet many are less familiar with prebiotics. However, both are essential to intestinal health. Probiotics are a type of live bacteria that promotes healthy gut functioning. Prebiotic are what is necessary for a probiotic to be able to work properly. In other words, a prebiotic is the […]
-
Work-free, Stress-free Labor Day
Labor Day marks the end of summer. Celebrations include local events, camping out or barbequing at home. These fun events, typically surrounded by food and drink, can be frustrating for those on a kidney diet. With a little bit of planning you can have a stress-free Labor Day holiday weekend. Whether you are dining out or preparing food […]
-
Building a Balanced Vegetarian Kidney Diet
Can a kidney diet also be a vegetarian diet? It’s estimated that about 5% of people on dialysis are vegetarians. Some of the reasons for following a vegetarian diet include religious, cultural, social and personal beliefs. Others adapt a meat-free diet because of taste changes due to uremia as a result of chronic kidney disease (CKD). […]
-
Addictive Pretzels: A Low Phosphorus Snack
Following a kidney diet can be very challenging because many favorite snacks and drinks may not fit into your new eating plan. You are asked to limit or give up snacks kike salted chips and pretzels, cheese crackers, nuts and milkshakes. DaVita dietitians have been cookin’ up some tasty treats in their “test kitchens” to […]
-
DaVita Eats: Easy Chicken Stir-Fry
Skip the takeout and whip up this Quick and Easy Chicken Stir-Fry! It’s delicious and low in sodium, perfect for the kidney diet. Get the recipe: http://ow.ly/9avn50E8tmz
-
Fall into Seasonal Recipes
The change in seasons from summer to autumn brings cooler temperatures, crisper air, and a plethora of delicious fruits and vegetables. Fall often feels like a time of renewal with the beginning of a new school year and winding down from busy summer activities. After trying to avoid heat cooking methods in the warm summer months, […]
-
DaVita Eats: Cranberry & Roasted Garlic Risotto
This creamy Cranberry and Roasted Garlic Risotto makes a delicious and comforting meal on a chilly evening. Get the recipe: https://www.davita.com/diet-nutrition/recipes/pasta-rice-grains/cranberry-and-roasted-garlic-risotto
-
DaVita Eats: Citrus Salmon
This kidney-friendly Citrus Salmon comes together quickly on the grill or in the oven. Enjoy any time you’re in the mood for a light and flavorful meal! Get the recipe: https://www.davita.com/diet-nutrition/recipes/seafood/citrus-salmon
-
Tips for Tailgating Success
Football season is here! Whether you are headed to your favorite stadium or hosting a party at home, the key to enjoying tailgating season is BEING PREPARED! Fall is such a wonderful time spent with family and friends cheering on your favorite teams and enjoying delicious foods. By planning ahead you can feel more in […]
