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Pantry Tips for Extended Home Stays
During times of disruption to your usual grocery shopping and food availability, it is wise to have a plan and a pantry stocked with kidney-friendly foods. Find out which freezable and non-perishable foods are good choices to have on hand.
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Baking on the Kidney Diet
Baking on the kidney diet can be a great way to cook your favorite kidney-friendly recipes.
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Stage 5 of Chronic Kidney Disease
A person with stage 5 chronic kidney disease has end stage renal disease (ESRD). Learn about symptoms, treatments and more.
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Preventing Chronic Kidney Disease When You Have Diabetes
Diabetes is the leading cause of chronic kidney disease. Keeping diabetes in check and early diagnosis of kidney disease could help decrease the chances of developing kidney failure.
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Indoor Exercises for People on Dialysis
Indoor exercises for people on dialysis can be done when the weather outside isn’t workout friendly. Learn how you can stay fit without going outdoors.
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Medicare and Chronic Kidney Disease
People with chronic kidney disease (CKD) who will begin dialysis may be eligible to receive Medicare. Learn more on what Medicare is and how this government health insurance works.
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All About Proteinuria: Types, Symptoms & More Info
Proteinuria means that an abnormal amount of protein is present in the urine. Learn more about this symptom that relates to kidney disease.
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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.
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How Diet Can Affect Your Blood Pressure
High blood pressure is the second leading cause of chronic kidney disease that leads to end stage renal disease. A low-sodium,reduced-fat diet can help keep blood pressure under control and may prevent kidney failure.
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Treating Hypoglycemia: Guidelines for Dialysis Patients
Hypoglycemia occurs when blood glucose drops below 70 mg/dL. It’s important for dialysis patients to monitor glucose levels to avoid health complications.