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When Potassium Level is Low
Potassium is an important mineral that every human body needs for almost everything it does, including proper kidney and heart function, muscle contraction and nerve transmission. This is why having a low potassium level can be as dangerous as having a high one. The acceptable potassium range in our blood is: 3.5 mg/dl-5.5 mg/dl. When […]
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Lowering Potassium in Potatoes
People on a low-potassium kidney diet or renal diet often have to limit the amount of potassium in the foods they eat. One way of doing this is to leach or boil potatoes to reduce their potassium content. Recent research suggests cutting up potatoes and boiling or soaking them removes the most potassium which is important for people with chronic kidney disease.
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Diet and Safety Tips from DaVita Dietitians
Emergencies can disrupt everyday life and present unique challenges to health, transportation, and/or access to food and medications. Find guidance in these diet and safety tips from DaVita dietitians.
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Super Bowl® Finger Foods for the Kidney Diet
Get ready for some finger-lickin' and kidney-friendly foods for Super Bowl® XLIX. Build a flavorful menu with our list of recipes, ranging from Buffalo Wings and Island Shrimp Slaw to Sweet 'n' Sour Meatballs and Wonton Quiche Minis. These yummy recipes are perfect for an afternoon of watching the biggest football game of the year.
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Make-Ahead Kidney Diet Meal Ideas for the Holidays
Who has time to eat right when the holiday rush is upon us? You do! Don’t let shopping and decorating derail you from eating well or skipping a meal. Get a head start by cooking make-ahead kidney-friendly meals during this busy time.
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Stage 4 Kidney Disease Diet: Focusing on Nutrition
If you are diagnosed with stage 4 chronic kidney disease (CKD), there are important dietary considerations that can help you be as healthy as possible.
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16 Tasty Halloween Recipes for a Kidney-Friendly Diet
Trick or treat? We choose “treat” every time! DaVita gives you a reason to throw a Halloween party with this collection of 16 tasty recipes made especially for the kidney diet.
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7 Wholesome Whole Grain Recipes for the Kidney Diet
Feel the wholesomeness of these 7 whole grain recipes that are great for your kidney diet.
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Diet and Nutrition: Food IQ for People with Kidney Disease
Want the inside scoop on what you should eat on the kidney diet? Read on to learn how to enhance your food IQ when you have kidney disease.
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Vegetarian Options: 6 Soy Foods for a Kidney Diet
For vegetarians who have kidney disease, discover how certain soy products may be added to the kidney diet.