What Are BUN Levels & What Do They Measure? If you have chronic kidney disease, you have likely heard the words BUN levels many times over, but you may not know exactly why they are important. BUN levels are a way to measure how well your kidneys are functioning. These tests do this by […]
Dialysis Diet
Can Dialysis Patients Drink Alcohol
Whether you are out with friends or just relaxing at home, alcohol can be a normal facet of social situations and personal relaxation. So, you may be wondering if I am on dialysis, can a dialysis patient drink alcohol? The answer is yes, but moderation and keeping up with your fluid allowances for the day […]
Cereals Low in Potassium and Phosphorus
Living with chronic kidney disease means a lot of changes to your diet, but it does not mean you get to skip any meals, especially meals like breakfast on a kidney-friendly diet. You know what they say, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. You will be happy to know that there are […]
CKD Diet: Low Potassium Smoothies
Cooking on a chronic kidney disease diet can seem stressful and quite a chore. Sometimes we just want something simple that still fills us up or gives us a healthy snack. That’s where delicious, fresh, and a healthy smoothie can come in. Smoothies are an easy way to enjoy a snack with quality protein […]
Renal Diet: Diabetic Sample Menu Ideas
Whether you are new to the renal diet or you are very familiar with it, adjusting to a diabetic diet at any stage of kidney disease can seem daunting. I’m here to help make that transition easier with some basic tips and sample recipes that satisfy the requirements for both a renal safe and healthy […]
9 Of The Best Juices For Kidney Disease
9 of the Best Juices for Chronic Kidney Disease When you have chronic kidney disease, it can be a challenge to find something to drink. Yes, you can and should drink water. Coffee and tea are allowed in moderation. Caffeine has a diuretic effect so too much could cause issues. Carbonated beverages and sweetened drinks […]
Everything You Need To Know About Plant Based Milks For Pre-Dialysis (CKD Diet)
Everything You Need To Know About Plant Based Milks for Pre-Dialysis (CKD Diet) The goal of a pre-dialysis diet is to minimize the risk for both nutritional and non-nutritional complications and of course to keep you off of dialysis. This means that your diet should be low in phosphorus, protein, and potassium. Milk is a […]
Setting & Keeping Up With Healthy Nutrition Goals for People with CKD
Setting & Keeping Up with Healthy Nutrition Goals for People with CKD One of the most important things to do when diagnosed with chronic kidney disease is to eat a healthy diet. However, this can be difficult for many people. In this blog post, we will discuss some tips and tricks that can help you […]
Stevia and Chronic Kidney Disease: What You Need to Know!
Stevia and Chronic Kidney Disease: What You Need to Know! When you’re watching your nutrition because you are working to preserve your kidney function, you want to watch out for sugar. High blood sugar can make CKD, chronic kidney disease, and blood sugar levels worse. So, sugar substitutes and other artificial sweeteners like Stevia, seem […]
Scrumptious, Kidney Friendly Desserts! Renal Diet Approved!
Scrumptious, Kidney Friendly Desserts! Renal Diet Approved! Life without dessert is…well, it’s dull. Food serves so many purposes in our society. Its first purpose is for nutrition, right? We need to fuel our bodies with the nutrients that it needs in order to function optimally. That’s even more important if you’re dealing with chronic kidney […]
Healthy, Renal-Friendly Diet Snack Ideas Perfect For CKD
Healthy Renal-Friendly Diet Snack Ideas Perfect For CKD Who doesn’t love to snack? And while snacking can lead to unwanted calories, making smart snacking choices can be part of a healthy diet for your kidney health. The key is to be prepared, making sure to purchase or make healthy renal friendly snacks, so you have […]
Tips for Staying Healthy and Enjoying the Holidays on a CKD Diet
8 Tips for Staying Healthy and Enjoying the Holidays on a CKD Diet Just because you’re dealing with chronic kidney disease doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the holidays and keep up your CKD diet. In this article we will discuss 8 tips for staying healthy and enjoying the holidays to the fullest. Sticking to Your […]
