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  • Thanksgiving: A Time for Giving Thanks

    Thursday November 27th is Thanksgiving, a holiday to celebrate America’s beginning and give thanks for all we have. For kidney patients, following a renal diet is even more challenging when so many favorite foods are on the menu but not on the low potassium, low phosphorus, low sodium diet list. Here are some ways to […]

  • Is Rice an Acceptable Food for a Kidney Diet?

    Plain white rice is a great choice for kidney diets because it is generally low in sodium (2-3 mg), potassium (12-50 mg) and phosphorus (11-45 mg). The same half cup serving of rice contains approximately 100 to 120 calories, 22 grams carbohydrate, 2 grams protein and 0 grams fat. For people with diabetes, the carbs […]

  • Good foods for kidney diets–Italian seasonings pack in flavor

    (This post is part of an ongoing series on selected ‘kidney-friendly’ foods and some of the good things included in the kidney diet.) Learning how to season and prepare kidney-friendly foods is a challenge for anyone prescribed a diet low in sodium, potassium and phosphorus. Adding flavors can make all the difference is preparing a […]

  • Dining Out on a Kidney Diet

    Putting together all the pieces of a kidney diet may make dining out a challenge. By following a few guidelines, it is possible to stick with a renal diet and enjoy eating out. For additional information see the DaVita.com article Eating out on the Dialysis Diet.

  • Best Lunch and Dinner Choices for Dining Out on a Kidney Diet

    Grabbing a fast meal on the run or going out for a nice dinner may be more challenging when following a renal diet. Here are some tips to help kidney patients keep sodium, potassium and phosphorus in check. For more ideas on eating out read Fast Foods and the Dialysis Diet on www.DaVita.com.

  • Best Breakfast Choices for Dining Out on a Kidney Diet

    Eating breakfast out is a special treat for some and a daily routine for others. Knowing the best choices for a kidney diet helps you stay within your goals to keep intake low in sodium, potassium and phosphorus. Here are some tips to help keep a kidney-friendly breakfast. For ideas on breakfast meals check out […]

  • Phosphorus Binder for Dialysis Patients Now Available in Generic Form

    Most people in stage 5 kidney disease on dialysis require phosphorus binder medications when they eat to help maintain normal blood phosphorus levels. A low phosphorus diet is also required. Poor phosphorus control results in bone disease, heart problems and calcification of soft tissues and arteries. Some phosphorus binders work like a sponge to soak […]

  • Change Your Diet by Using a Food Diary

    Research on dieting for weight loss and what works for long term weight maintenance is extensive. One tool shown to help weight loss dieters maintain their weight is a food diary. This is a useful tool for dialysis patients or anyone on a kidney diet making new and long lasting changes in eating habits. A […]

  • Registered Dietitian Day

      Is there a registered dietitian (RD) who has helped you through a diet dilemma? or helped translate your diet numbers into a practical plan? Here’s a chance to let your favorite dietitian know they made a difference. March 10 is the first ever National Registered Dietitian Day and March is National Nutrition Month. For more […]

  • Kidney Diet Information in Spanish

    Are you looking for information on the chronic kidney disease diet or dialysis diet in Spanish? Check out: http://kidney.niddk.nih.gov/spanish/pubs/eatright/index.htm The above link is from the National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse, a service of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases.