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  • O is for Onion–low in potassium, high in flavor for your kidney diet

    Last updated: July 20, 2026 Regardless of if you consider it a seasoning, a vegetable serving or a sandwich topper, onions are one of the most versatile vegetables included in a kidney friendly diet. Onions are low in sodium, potassium and phosphorus, regardless of the color or variety. Nutrients & Benefits Health benefits of the […]

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  • Fish Oil Supplements and Kidney Disease

    Last updated: July 14, 2026 Eating more fish high in omega-3 fatty acids is associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD)—that’s not a new finding according to the American Heart Association. If you have diabetes or chronic kidney disease (CKD) it’s important to know and practice because both diseases are risk factors for CVD. In […]

  • Low Potassium Diet Tips for Kidney Disease

    Follow these tips if you are on a low potassium diet.

  • Salt: a hidden danger for people with kidney disease

    A high salt intake is even more damaging to your health than eating too many calories, too much cholesterol or even smoking. That’s because eating too much sodium can cause high blood pressure and can interfere with the effectiveness of your blood pressure medications. Uncontrolled blood pressure is the leading cause of strokes and heart […]

  • Phosphorus and chronic kidney disease-a challenging issue

    Where do you go for information on phosphorus? People on dialysis receive education from their renal dietitian and healthcare team at the dialysis center. Their phosphorus level is checked frequently and phosphorus binders may be prescribed with meals help keep phosphorus levels lower. Visit davita.com to learn more. Davita.com has some great articles on phosphorus […]

  • Your kidneys and vitamin D: How does it work?

    Vitamin D is a hot topic.  Articles appear almost weekly in newspapers, magazines, journals and online.  I’ve heard several television reports just over the past week.  In a posting back in April, I covered some basics on vitamin D and why it’s important for chronic kidney disease and dialysis patients. Today I’m focusing on the […]

  • Mother’s Day: Is your mom at risk for CKD?

    Recently my mother sent me a copy of her lab report because she was concerned about her Hgb A1-C, cholesterol and triglyceride results. I was surprised to see her glomerular filtration rate (GFR) indicates she has stage 3 Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). The biggest surprise is that her doctor didn’t discuss the fact that her […]

  • 8 Tips for Starting a Low Protein Diet if You Have Chronic Kidney Disease

    When you were first diagnosed with chronic kidney disease one of your first questions may have been ‘What can I do to save my kidneys so I don’t need dialysis?’ Blood pressure control, managing glucose for diabetics and adjustment in dietary protein intake can make a difference in kidney disease progression according to the research. […]

  • Kidney-Friendly Valentine’s Day Treats and Menus

    Chocolate covered nuts may not be on the Valentine’s Day menu for sweethearts with chronic kidney disease this February 14th, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the day with special treats.  A few guidelines can help you treat yourself or your sweetie and still stay within the sodium, potassium and phosphorus targets for a […]

  • Kidney dialysis night time treatment choice helps increase protein nutrition and decrease phosphorus

    A recent study by DaVita dietitian Debbie Benner, MA, RD and collaborators reveals that changing to nocturnal dialysis may make it easier for dialysis patients to eat enough protein and keep phosphorus normal. A poster about the study was recently presented at the American Society of Nephology national meeting in San Diego.