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Summer Cookout Recipes for a Kidney Diet
The end of summer is approaching, and August and September weekends are best times to stay out of the kitchen and plan a few last summer cookouts. One great way to stick to your kidney diet and still enjoy a backyard cookout is to host it at your house.
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Preparing for a Kidney-friendly Thanksgiving
This weekend many of us are pulling out favorite recipes, making our grocery list and planning for Thanksgiving Day celebration. For kidney patients, having foods that limit sodium, phosphorus and potassium (if restricted) is vital to staying on track and feeling good throughout the holiday season. Take advantage of the kidney-friendly holiday recipes on DaVita.com. […]
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Why are phosphorus binders important?
Phosphorus is a mineral necessary to maintain good health; however, people with chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis are not able to eliminate excess phosphorus efficiently. High phosphorus levels can lead to heart disease, brittle bones, itchy skin and other complications so a low phosphorus diet as well as phosphorus binders are prescribed to help block […]
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The Obesity Paradox and Kidney Disease
You may have heard or read a recent news report on the benefit of being overweight or obese. The January 2013 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association published findings from an analysis of data from 97 research studies to determine risk of death based on body mass index (BMI). Surprisingly, the results show […]
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Kidney Diet Tip: Phosphate-free Kool-Aid®
I grew up before the plethora of canned and bottled beverage choices. In our household thirsty kids had 3 beverage choices: water, home brewed iced tea or Kool-Aid®. Coca cola®, aka Coke® was an occasional treat. I preferred the orange or punch-flavored Kool-Aid over water or sweet tea. Fast forward to 2013: water is enhanced […]
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Kidney Diet Tips: Our Ever-Changing Food Supply
Have you noticed the changes occurring in our foods? I am amazed every time I walk through the grocery store. A few examples are: Cool Whip® is no longer non-dairy; it now includes skim milk and light cream. Cottage cheese, half and half and milk with expiration dates 1-2 months ahead. Sugar and low calorie […]
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Preventing diabetes and kidney disease: Link to canned meat
Canned meats always show up on the list of high sodium foods. Products such as Spam®, Treat®, Vienna Sausage® and Potted Meat® are processed canned meat products represented on this list. Yet, it can be tempting to use canned meat products because they are inexpensive, convenient and a familiar dish to many kitchen tables. A […]
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How to deal with thirst when it’s hot
July and August are two of the most challenging months for people following a limited fluid allowance. When the weather heats up, you may find yourself getting thirsty. In addition, a diet high in sodium will increase thirst. Here are some suggestions for dealing with thirst while adhering to your fluid restriction on the dialysis diet.
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Labor Day Weekend: Tips for Kidney Patients to Stay on Track
Happy Labor Day! Who doesn’t look forward to a 3-day weekend? (Perhaps that’s why we officially celebrate most of our holidays on Mondays.) For some people, however, a holiday weekend can be a challenge. Following your health plan is easier when you are on the regular, weekly routine. Getting out of the usual schedule can be stressful […]
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Dietitian’s Best Kidney Diet Tips
Several weeks ago I was traveling to a meeting in North Carolina with two other DaVita dietitians. Our conversation led to discussion about what is helpful to patients following a kidney diet. Some people seem to embrace changes and incorporate the diet easier than others, and some kidney patients have long time struggles with adapting […]