Blog

“What should I eat?”  Renal dietitians get asked this all the time! This series of blog entries discusses the general dietary guidelines for people living with chronic kidney disease. The last blog topic was potassium. We also discussed protein and sodium in the previous two entries. Phosphorus and calcium are yet another dietary concern for … Read more

Have you ever bought a kidney cookbook and found that there is nothing in there you would normally eat? If you are living with chronic kidney disease (CKD), you might wonder how you can make your own recipes more “kidney-friendly.” Good news! There are ways you can “kidney-fy” your favorite dishes with a bit of … Read more

You probably have seen articles and books on the health benefits of a lectin-free diet. But is there any truth to these claims? Although the research on lectin is still emerging, preliminary studies have revealed potential health benefits of lectin consumption and little evidence of harm. Lectins are naturally occurring plant proteins that bind to … Read more

Have you ever been told you have prediabetes? One in three adults has prediabetes, which means your blood sugar is higher than normal, but not high enough to be considered type 2 diabetes. Without intervention, you could develop type 2 diabetes within five years. Just having higher than normal blood sugar puts you at risk … Read more

Thanksgiving is a time to come together with family and friends to be grateful for everything we have. It’s also a time to share a meal with traditional foods. Those who are living with kidney disease can still enjoy their holiday meal, even with certain dietary restrictions. Here are some suggestions to help you enjoy … Read more

If you have kidney disease, you can still enjoy many Halloween treats and candies, but moderation is key. Here are some general tips if you need to limit the amount of dietary potassium and phosphorus. Chocolate-covered candies without nuts, coconut, peanut, peanut butter or raisins can be eaten in small amounts (1 ounce). The “fun size” portion … Read more