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Memorial Day Backyard BBQ and Picnic Recipes
Memorial Day is a time to remember those who gave their lives to serve our country and fight for freedom. It is also a day to spend time with our friends and loved ones. Often our gatherings involve food. Maybe you are hosting a barbeque or picnic. Or maybe you want to bring a dish to […]
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The Mediterranean Lifestyle and CKD
Unlike many current diet plans, the Mediterranean diet was not invented, but discovered. It has been not only a diet, but also a lifestyle followed by many in Europe for decades. Ansel Keys from the University of Minnesota discovered the lifestyle while conducting research in Italy during the 1950s. He found an area in the […]
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Green Pea Protein Powder: Kidney-friendly?
In recent years, plant-based diets and protein supplements have gained popularity with the general population. Studies find plant-based diets to have reduced risk of obesity, high blood pressure and diabetes. As a result, green pea protein powders are gaining interest with hopes to produce similar outcomes. Is this green pea protein powder good for those […]
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Alcohol Guidelines for People on Dialysis
Food and drink are a huge part of celebrations and special occasions. Many people on dialysis wonder if drinking alcohol can be a part of a kidney diet. By working with your nephrologist and dietitian, it may be possible to include alcohol in moderation. Alcohol Considerations The following tips can help you determine what is […]
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Dunkin’ with Pumpkin for Halloween
Happy Halloween! Autumn is filled with colorful leaves, crisp air, and pumpkin—as decorations and in foods. Pumpkin, notoriously touted as a higher potassium food, is often limited for the hemodialysis diet. However, there are many recipes that include a small amount of pumpkin. If the potassium content is low enough (generally less than 250 mg […]
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Healing Foods: A Spotlight on Apple Cider Vinegar and Kombucha
You may be aware of the concept of “food is medicine”. This is the idea that certain foods may have the power to nourish and heal the body to help prevent and manage disease. In this way, consuming these healing foods may reduce the need for over-the-counter and even some prescriptions medications. A couple of […]
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Tips for a Healthy Happy Labor Day
Labor Day, also known as the "workingman’s holiday," is a U.S. holiday that honors American workers.1 For many Americans, the first Monday in September is filled with picnics and barbeques. Also, it marks the end of summer, a new school year, and new beginnings. The long weekend is perfect for enjoying time outdoors, traveling, or relaxing. Kick off […]
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Late Stage Kidney Disease Eating Tips
There is no question that managing your diet during late stage chronic kidney disease (CKD) can be overwhelming. Depending on the stage of your kidney disease nutrition requirements will vary. During late stage (stage 4) kidney disease the primary goal is to prevent overworking the kidneys. Taking additional stress off of your kidneys by limiting the […]
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Update on Artificial Sweeteners and Sugar Alternatives
In the past 50 years, the use of artificial sweeteners has skyrocketed. Instead of seeing a sugar bowl at restaurants and coffee shops, we now see rectangle tubs filled with colorful single serve packets of chemical sweeteners. These chemicals include products like sucralose (Splenda®), aspartame (Equal® and Nutrasweet®) and saccharin (Sweet ‘n Low®). These products […]
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Managing Cholesterol after Kidney Transplant
Kidney transplant is not a cure for kidney failure. It is kidney replacement therapy, also known as renal replacement therapy. There may be changes to blood cholesterol and fats after a kidney transplant. Transplant Considerations When a person receives a kidney transplant there are many things to consider, including nutrition care. A patient’s nutritional status […]
