You asked for it! Here is a renal diet grocery list just for people with kidney disease. But, first, let’s understand a little more about what a renal diet is. It isn’t the same for everyone! What Is a Renal Diet? There is no single “renal” diet that is right for everyone. A renal diet …
Have you ever wondered what the best juice for kidney disease is? Read on to learn if juice is good for kidney disease and what kind is best! Juice vs. Whole Fruit Before we dive into juice for kidney disease, it is important to think about the difference between fruit juice and the fruit itself. …
There are many different types of salt available these days. Which is better: rock salt vs sea salt? Read on to understand the differences between salts and if one type of salt better than another. What Is Rock Salt? Rock salt (also known as halite) is primarily sodium chloride. Rock salt is mined from salt …
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Cereal can be a very healthy part of a kidney friendly diet! But, depending on your lab values, some cereals may be better for your kidneys. Learn more about the best low potassium cereal for your kidneys. *Please note that this post contains clearly identified affiliate links. If you click on these links and choose …
You may have heard that pickle juice is good for kidneys. Is there are truth to this? Should people with kidney disease or kidney stones drink pickle juice? Is pickle juice good for your kidneys? Pickle Juice Nutrition First, lets take a look at the nutritional composition of two fluid ounces of pickle juice. Salt …
Who doesn’t love cheese!? Whether it is cheese on a sandwich, a cheesy sauce, string cheese or a fancy French cheese plate, cheese is truly one of my favorite foods. But, does low phosphorus cheese exist? Is cheese a kidney friendly food? Let me help clear this up for you. Cheese On a Renal Diet …
What is better than an ear of freshly picked sweet corn? My mid-Michigan roots may make be biased, but corn on the cob is one of my favorite summer foods! But, is corn healthy? Is corn okay to eat if you have kidney disease or high potassium? Read on to understand everything you need to …
This article was written by dietetic student Myesha Rolle & reviewed by Melanie Betz MS, RD, CSR, CSG. Kidney detox tea has become very popular in recent years. With the number of “cleanses” floating around social media, the interest in them has increased even more. So what’s the deal with kidney detox tea? Are they really as …
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So, you had a kidney stone and were given some information about a low oxalate diet. Or, you did your research and you found some information online about oxalate and kidney stones. But, what the heck does a “low oxalate diet” even mean? And, why is that important? What Is Oxalate? Firstly, what is oxalate …
This article was written by dietetic student Emily Kuettel & reviewed by Melanie Betz MS, RD, CSR, CSG. An Indian diet for CKD patients is possible with some ingredient swaps, allowing the Masala – or spice blends – to help make the foods delicious, rather than with a ton of salt! Background on Indian Diet …
