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An iced drink with a green straw surrounded by coconuts and limes.

Is Coconut Water Good for My Kidneys?

July 1, 2023

Coconuts are native to Asia and the Pacific Islands. Coconut water (or coconut juice) ...

Herbs sitting inside a motar and pestle.

Herbal Supplements and CKD

June 15, 2023

Herbal medicines have been used by humans for over 5,000 years. Today, herbal (sometimes ...

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Understanding the Renal Diet: Sodium

June 1, 2023

The most frequently asked question that renal dietitians hear is, "What should I eat?" ...

A pair of strawberries next to a spoonful of sugar.

Natural Sugar vs. Added Sugar: Know the Difference!

May 15, 2023

Have you ever heard someone say they avoid fruits because of “too much sugar?” ...

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Decoding the Food Label: Percent Daily Value (% DV)

May 1, 2023

Have you ever looked at a food label and wondered, "What is Percent Daily ...

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Thoughts on Intermittent Fasting

April 15, 2023

The practice of fasting has been around since ancient times, mainly for religious reasons. ...

Various fruits and vegetables.

Fresh, Frozen or Canned Vegetables?

April 1, 2023

Getting a lot of fresh vegetables in your diet is important. But do you ...

A prepared meal on skewers.

To Keto or Not to Keto?

March 15, 2023

The ketogenic diet, or “keto diet," is one of a series of trendy low-carbohydrate ...

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Gift-Giving Guide For People Living with CKD

March 1, 2023

Special occasions like birthdays and holidays are joyous times, but it can be challenging ...