Nuts and seeds are tiny but mighty. They actually deliver quite a punch of nutrition. Are there top nuts and seeds for CKD? Did you know nuts are actually the seeds of plants? Whereas seeds come from vegetables, flowers or other crops. But they are packed with healthy nutrients like omega-3, fibre, and plant-based protein. Continue reading “Top Nuts and Seeds for CKD”
Author Archives: Emily Campbell, RD CDE MScFN
Best Drinks for CKD
What are the best drinks for CKD? You may even be wondering why are we concerned about drinks fluids or drinks with CKD. Well the kidneys play a role in removing extra fluid from our body. And if your kidneys are not working properly, extra fluid can build up around the body, like in theContinue reading “Best Drinks for CKD”
Top Fibre Sources for CKD
Fibre is mostly found in whole grains, vegetables, fruits, and nuts. But it is actually a type of carbohydrates that the body can’t digest. Fibre plays many important roles. It can help to: Keep our bowel movements regular Lower cholesterol Control blood sugars Help maintain a healthy body weight But it can be a challengeContinue reading “Top Fibre Sources for CKD”
Top 5 Snacks for CKD
Are snacks good or bad for you when you have CKD? What is even considered a snack? There are some common questions. So let’s break down what snacks are and the top 5 snacks for CKD. A snack is general something eaten between meals. Most people snack at least once per day. And it couldContinue reading “Top 5 Snacks for CKD”
Best Milk For CKD
If you have chronic kidney disease (CKD) you’ve probably googled what to eat and found lists that say no more milk and you should use almond milk instead. But, is that really what your body needs? One of the most common questions is around dairy products. So, let’s break down what the most kidney-friendly milkContinue reading “Best Milk For CKD”
Chia Seed Pudding
If you are looking for a simple nutritious breakfast you can make ahead of time and enjoy on the go you are in the right place this chia seed pudding will fit the bill. Chia seed pudding can be made in advance, in fact you can store it in an airtight container in the fridgeContinue reading “Chia Seed Pudding”
The Best Ice Cream Choices For CKD
The warm weather is here and if you’re living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) you may be wondering if you can enjoy ice cream still. Well the short answer is, of course! This article has you covered to help you choose kidney-friendly ice cream flavours. So what exactly are the best ice cream choices forContinue reading “The Best Ice Cream Choices For CKD”
Five Myths About Nutrition For CKD
Nutrition plays an important role in preserving kidney function and helps to delay disease progression. I’ve said this many times before. And it does not matter if you are newly diagnosed or have been living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) for a while. But there are five myths about nutrition for CKD that I hear allContinue reading “Five Myths About Nutrition For CKD”
Whole grains and CKD
One of the biggest questions I get as a renal dietitian is “should I be eating white or brown bread?”. I think this is a topic of confusion for many who are living with chronic kidney disease because whenever we read something online, the first thing we find is that you need to have whiteContinue reading “Whole grains and CKD”
Frozen vegetables and fruit and CKD
Spring has finally sprung and there is plenty of fresh in season vegetables and fruit available for us to enjoy. But, that is not always the case throughout the year. One question I often get as a renal dietitian is “are frozen vegetables and fruit healthy?”. Well, this post will give you the answer, andContinue reading “Frozen vegetables and fruit and CKD”