Through the stages of renal diseases, you have learned that chronic kidney disease means that you are losing function in your kidneys. Once you reach the last stage of chronic kidney disease, you are in what is referred to as an end-stage renal disease. This final stage of kidney disease means that there is little […]
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Common Questions about ESRD
End stage renal disease is effectively the last stage of chronic kidney disease. It is renal failure. Kidney disease is marked in five stages. In the earlier two stages, kidney disease is typically only diagnosed via regular checkups and blood work. In the later stages, kidney disease becomes more apparent through symptoms and discomfort. The […]
Common Symptoms of Chronic Kidney Disease and What They Mean For Meal Planning
Everything that you eat and drink affects your body, especially when you are living with chronic kidney disease. Many of the common symptoms of chronic kidney disease can be made worse or better simply with the foods you eat. Effective meal planning can help you manage your symptoms. What are some common symptoms of chronic […]
Control Your Renal Disease Before Your Kidneys Fail
Being diagnosed with a chronic health issue such as renal disease is hard. The diagnosis itself can be hard to hear, but then being expected to change your entire diet and lifestyle feels over the top. At first, changing your lifestyle can feel like you are being expected to change yourself and who you are. […]
Kidney Disease Has Changed My Family’s Meals
The diagnosis of a chronic illness can change your entire life. From your daily routine to the foods you eat, so much can change with the few simple words of a diagnosis such as kidney disease. Some of these changes not only change your life, but the people around you lives as well. Kidney disease […]
Top Signs of Kidney Failure
Kidney failure is a condition where the kidneys either shut down or lose function enough to require dialysis or transplant. Many of the symptoms of kidney failure are actually symptoms of the buildup of waste and other things that are supposed to be filtered out by the kidneys. Kidney failure can happen gradually over time, […]
Fluid Restrictions for Kidney Failure
What does fluid restriction mean? When you have kidney failure your body is unable to filter and control the amount of liquids in your body. Fluid restrictions refers to the limitation of fluids you put into your body to prevent an overload of fluids in your system. This means drinking less fluids and also controlling […]
Diet For Kidney Failure Stage 4
What Diet Should I Follow For Stage 4 Kidney Disease? Keep reading to find out more about the recommended stage 4 kidney diet! The stages of kidney failure designate the level of damage to kidney. Staging can also signify the relative kidney function. Patients with the 4th stage renal failure condition more often than […]
The Top 5 Signs of Kidney Failure and What To Do About Them
Signs of Kidney Failure Kidney failure is one of the leading causes of death and mortality worldwide. It can be a fatal disease that often left undiagnosed until the worst manifestations set in. Also called renal failure, this kidney disease can be classified as “acute” or “chronic.” Acute renal failure can show its signs as […]
Top Ten Meals Made with Milk Alternatives
Milk Alternatives For Renal Diets Limiting phosphorous, calcium, and potassium intake is an important aspect of managing kidney disease. Regular milk contains high levels of all three. Since many favorite recipes contain milk, what’s a cook supposed to do? With some great milk alternatives on the market, you’re in luck. Here are some quick and […]
What Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Should I Choose This Summer for Pre Dialysis Kidney Failure?
When you have been diagnosed with pre dialysis kidney failure, making wise dietary choices is one of the best strategies to extend your life. You know that you need to eat right to get your kidney failure under control. And you want some variety when you are eating, so choosing fresh fruits and vegetables when […]
Make A Healthy Smoothie For Kidney Failure Meals Instead!
What Can I Use To Make A Healthy Smoothies For Kidney Failure? After looking at what you cannot eat on a renal diet, it may seem impossible to enjoy kidney friendly smoothies. After all the main things that go into a smoothie are limited and that means it won’t be very good, right? Wrong! Substitutions […]
