Fibre is a vital component of a healthy, balanced diet and offers many health benefits. Fibre aids in digestive health, weight management, blood sugar control, heart health, colon health, appetite control, and much more. And popcorn is a great example of a fibre filled snack for CKD. For adults, a general guideline of the recommended …
When living with CKD, you may have been told to monitor your potassium, phosphorus, and sodium intake. In this post we will be focusing on potassium and potassium bioavailability. Let’s dive in! What is potassium? Potassium is an element on the periodic table, a soft, silver metal, but is also an essential micronutrient in our …
You may have heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But really, all meals are important and finding ways to have balanced, nutritious and delicious meals is important. And when eating the best breakfast for CKD, you can find foods that taste good and are nutritious. Not everyone wants to eat …
If you have CKD, you probably have heard that you need to regulate your phosphorus intake. You then might realize that this isn’t as easy as checking for sodium or potassium, the other minerals you may need to watch out for with CKD. Phosphorus can be a bit more challenging than sodium and potassium because …
Halloween is just around the corner, and a common question on the minds of those with CKD is, “What candy can I eat?”. Or maybe you are wondering if “Is candy bad for kidney disease?”. This post will answer that. Wondering if candy is harmful for you is a valid concern, as CKD requires careful …
Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that is found in the body and in the food you eat. It is used by your body to build cells, produce hormones, vitamin D, and substances that help you digest food. Although cholesterol is not inherently “bad”, too much can pose health risks. There are some connections between …
A complication is an additional medical condition, problem, or issue that arises as a result of, or in conjunction with, an existing disease, disorder, injury, or medical treatment. Complications can occur in various medical contexts and may impact the course, severity, or management of a primary condition. There are some complications of chronic kidney disease …
It’s a Wednesday and you just got home from work. You open the fridge to see you have nothing to cook with for any of your go to kidney friendly recipes. How should I avoid this? Meal planning with CKD! *Please note that this post contains clearly identified affiliate links. As an Amazon affiliate, I …
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects millions of people worldwide, and its prevalence continues to rise. Managing CKD requires a comprehensive approach for lifestyle, medical and nutrition modifications. You’ve probably read about the benefits of a plant-based diet or Mediterranean diet for CKD. But there is one other diet that has been shown beneficial for delaying …
You may have heard of the term ‘food diary’ or ‘food journal’, but what exactly is it and what do they entail? And is tracking foods with CKD important? That is where a renal diet tracker can help. A food journal or diary is a daily log to track what you consume each day. Through tracking …