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Overview of PTH
PTH stands for parathyroid hormone. This hormone is made by your parathyroid glands. There are several reasons why an increase in PTH is common with kidney failure. There are also several symptoms of high PTH and ways for patients to prevent this condition.
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Why Choose DaVita
Melvin Rises to Life’s Challenges with the Support of a Steadfast Care Team Melvin has had more than his share of life’s challenges from being robbed and shot several times as a young adult, to raising his son with special needs as a single parent. When dialysis became part of his life, so did a […]
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Strawberry Cupcakes Gluten-free
Combining the kidney diet with a gluten-free diet is a challenge, but with a few ingredient changes some favorite recipes can be adapted to fit both diets. DaVita teammate Meghan shares her favorite cupcake recipe. It’s kidney-friendly and gluten-free.
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Choosing Doctor
Working with a Nephrologist Developing a warm, trusting and collaborative relationship with your kidney doctor—or nephrologist—is an important step in managing your disease. Your nephrologist is your partner and guide, along with your family and friends, to understanding what life is like for someone with kidney disease, and how best to adapt to treatments and […]
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Carne Adovada
Carne Adovada is flavored with 2 types of chili powder, jalapeño, and green bell peppers, along with cumin, oregano, coriander and smoked paprika.
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Grilled Chicken Marsala
Grilled Chicken Marsala from DaVita renal dietitian Barb is a classic dish with a kidney-friendly touch.
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High Protein Rice Crispy Treats
Who doesn’t love a gooey, chewy, sweet rice crispy treat? How could such perfection possibly be improved? Incredibly, DaVita renal dietitian, Annette from Nevada, has done it—a new rice crispy treat with all the original taste and even more nutritional value for the dialysis diet—High Protein Rice Crispy Treats.
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Pineapple Seafood Salad
DaVita renal dietitian Anne from Pennsylvania shares palate-pleasing, kidney-friendly recipes whose hallmarks are adaptability and convenience. Today Anne shares a wonderful Pineapple Seafood Salad that can stand alone at lunch or dinner or be eaten as a sandwich filling or cracker topping.
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5 Tips to Lower Phosphorus Levels
Phosphorus is a mineral in the body that helps build strong bones, aids in metabolism, and helps muscles and nerves function properly. The kidneys and digestive tract regulate phosphorus levels in the blood so that it does not get too high or low. Chronically elevated blood phosphorus levels can weaken the bones and cause calcium […]
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Strengthen Bonds, One Meal at a Time
If you ask a child, “What was your favorite part of school today?”, a common response could be “lunch and recess.” Children usually enjoy the social experience of eating lunch with friends. In the same way, shared family meals at home can have a positive impact on the development of children and adolescents (1). But […]
