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Living Well With Kidney Disease Kidney Disease Education Find the information, tools and resources you need to start taking control of your kidney health now. START HERE ➜ Risk Factors ➜ Symptoms ➜ Stages ➜ DaVita is a national sponsor of Living With Diabetes: Kidney Care, from the American Diabetes Association® Did you know 60% […]
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Weight Loss for Transplant (Part 2)
What happens when lifestyle changes like diet and exercise do not lead to significant weight loss? This approach was discussed in our previous “Weight Loss for Transplant” article. It can take a long time to make permanent habit changes that lead to losing weight and, more importantly, keeping weight off. Below we will discuss possible […]
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"Why Do I Have to Limit Dairy?"
If you are on dialysis, you may be wondering why you must limit dairy. It is hard to make dietary changes, especially if you have grown up drinking cow’s milk, eating cheese and enjoying ice cream. End Stage Kidney Disease and Minerals Most people on dialysis have been diagnosed with end stage kidney disease (ESKD). […]
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The Struggle to Juggle: Tips for Managing Multiple Diet Restrictions
Managing multiple diet restrictions can feel like a struggle at times. It is like trying to juggle a few balls, and keep them all in the air, while someone keeps tossing more and more of them at you. The kidney diet itself, with its multiple components, can be a challenge. Many dialysis patients have other […]
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Vitamin D: The "Sunshine" Vitamin
Vitamin D is an essential nutrient; we need to eat foods rich in vitamin D and spend time outdoors to maintain adequate levels in our body. So, the next time you eat a salmon burger outside in the sun, you’ll be getting vitamin D in two ways. Read on to learn why vitamin D is […]
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Diet and CKD Progression
One in seven adults in the U.S. has chronic kidney disease (CKD).* Kidney disease develops when kidneys lose their ability to remove waste and maintain fluid and chemical balances in the body. The severity of CKD depends on how well the kidneys filter wastes from the blood. It can progress quickly or take many years […]
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Try the New "Lunch on the Go" Cookbook
Lunch doesn’t get enough credit. After all, this midday meal can give you the energy boost you need to finish your day strong. Whether you’re taking a road trip, going to work, enjoying lunch before or after dialysis treatment, or even going on a picnic, Today’s Kidney Diet: Lunch on the Go offers quick and […]
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Spreads, Butter and Margarine: Which is Healthiest?
You may enjoy the rich flavor of butter or margarine on bread, pancakes, baked potatoes or grits. However, you may wonder which one is the best kidney-friendly option. Let’s take a closer look at these popular spreads. Butter and Margarine Both butter and margarine are fat. Butter is mostly saturated fat, while margarine is mainly […]
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10 Ways to Help with Gastroparesis
Gastroparesis is a condition where the stomach empties too slowly, and it can affect the nutrition and wellbeing of people with diabetes and kidney disease. It’s hard to predict which foods may cause problems for people with gastroparesis. Always consult your physician regarding your specific diagnosis and for any questions you may have regarding treatment […]
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Food Facts Friday: Raspberries
Raspberries are delicious, vibrant red, purple, gold or black berries that grow in the summer and fall. They are considered a “functional food” packed with antioxidants, dietary fiber and vitamin C. Functional foods are said to be beneficial for all kinds of ailments, from lowering cholesterol to protecting the body from cancer, and are classified […]
