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The Peritoneal Dialysis Diet

Learn about a kidney-friendly diet when you are on peritoneal dialysis (PD).

Kidney Diet Tips

5 SMARTT Ways to Enjoy the Holidays while Managing Diabetes and Kidney Disease

It’s that time of year again: the weather’s cooler, the leaves are changing colors and the holidays are approaching. You may receive invitations for small family gatherings, church events or parties with friends. You know there will be an abundance of food and desserts at the parties, but maybe you’re not sure how to best […]

Are Flexitarian Diets Kidney-Friendly?

You may be asking, “What is a flexitarian diet?” Maybe you’ve gone through the fast-food drive-thru or your local grocery store to find plant-based food and menu items. Peoples’ interest in plant-based foods is influencing the food industry to offer more vegetarian alternatives. Maybe these food items have piqued your interest. Read on to learn […]

Phosphate Additives and the Kidney Diet

If you have chronic kidney disease (CKD), your kidneys may not properly remove phosphorus from your blood. Monitoring the amount of phosphorus in your diet is an important part of managing CKD.

Slow-Cooking on the Kidney Diet

Eat well and save time while sticking to your kidney diet — a slow cooker can change your whole approach to kidney-friendly foods.

Sticking with a Kidney-Friendly Diet

Many people start a diet with a lot of enthusiasm,but then life gets in the way and interest begins to falter. Here are some helpful hints to start a kidney-friendly diet and stick to it making it a permanent lifestyle change.

Broiling Foods on the Kidney Diet

If you have chronic kidney disease (CKD) it is important to maintain a kidney diet. Broiling foods on the kidney diet can be a healthy way of cooking your favorite meals. Learn about the advantages of broiling and how you can make a delicious broiled dish.

Budget Meals on the Dialysis Diet

Budget meals can be possible on the dialysis diet. Chronic kidney disease patients on a renal diet can learn that meals don’t have to be expensive to be kidney-friendly and tasty.

Energize Yourself with the Kidney Diet

DaVita® dietitian Susan Dombrowski explains how to energize yourself when you’re on a kidney diet and dialysis diet.