We all know that milk is a very important part of a healthy diet for most people. It keeps the calcium and protein levels balanced in the body, and it also provides us with many other necessary nutrients. However, if you have chronic kidney disease, can you still enjoy dairy products as much as you […]
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Renal Diet for Weight Loss Tips & Info
If you are overweight when you are diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, your doctor will likely recommend hat you lose some weight. Weighing more than you should is never a healthy thing – and it can be downright dangerous when your kidneys are always struggling. Why is Losing Weight Important for Kidney Disease Patients? First, […]
Can you have Coffee on a Renal Diet?
Coffee is a delightful morning beverage that is enjoyed by many Americans. According to Huffington Post, the U.S. drinks 400 million cups of coffee per day, making our country the world leader in coffee consumption. If you have been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, you may be wonder if you can still have your daily […]
What Treatment Options Are There For Stage 1 and Stage 2 Kidney Disease?
Unfortunately, there is no cure for chronic kidney disease at this time. However, if you have been diagnosed with CKD, you do have some options for treatment. Treating the condition early on, in stages 1 or 2, can help to reduce your symptoms as well as slow the progression of kidney failure. Do You Have […]
Can you Eat Broccoli on a Renal Diet?
When you are put on a renal diet due to chronic kidney disease, you are no doubt given a list of restrictions as well as recommendations. Most patients will be encouraged to eat a variety of fresh vegetables for their nutritious benefits. Broccoli is one of the vegetables on the highly recommend you eat list […]
Lifestyle Changes for People with Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic kidney disease is more than just a diagnosis, it is a condition that marks major changes. To live comfortably and maintain as much kidney function is possible, there are a lot of big lifestyle changes you will need to make. The idea of making lifestyle changes can feel daunting, but really the changes you […]
