What Is PRAL & How Does It Affect Kidneys? Read More »
If you’ve ever wondered about the impact of food on body acid levels, this article is for you! PRAL is a measurement of the acid (or alkaline) produced from your diet in your body. […]
Why Is Evidence Based Nutrition So Important? Read More »
Many of you know I am passionate about research and evidence based nutrition. I take extreme care that all of the information I provide is evidence based to protect you and your kidneys! Why
Is Watermelon Good For Kidney Health? Read More »
Is watermelon good for kidney patients? Should you eat more watermelon if you have kidney disease? As with most answers in kidney nutrition, the answer is “it depends”. Read on to learn more about
Is Mango Good For Kidney Patients? Read More »
We intuitively know that fruit is good for us. But, it can seem like so many fruits and vegetables are “off limits” for kidney patients. What about mango? Is mango food for kidney patients?
Low Potassium Ice Cream Read More »
Honestly, ice cream is my all time favorite dessert. You can take all the cake, cookies and pie away – but not my ice cream! Can ice cream fit in a low potassium, kidney
The Best Bread For Kidney Disease Read More »
There are few foods as demonized and confusing as bread. Especially when it comes to kidney health. White or wheat? Is whole grain better? Read on to get the truth about the best bread
Top 10 Tips to Keep Your Kidneys Healthy Read More »
Kidney health is important for everyone! But, some people have extra motivation to keep their kidneys healthy. Maybe you’ve donated a kidney and want to make sure your single kidney stays healthy. Maybe you
The Best Low Phosphorus Meats for Kidney Disease Read More »
Looking for some healthy low phosphorus meats for kidney health? Look no further! Read on to understand why phosphorus in meat is important, as well as my low phosphorus meat recommendations. Meat, Protein &
Best Low Potassium Dessert Ideas Read More »
This article was written by dietetic student Maria Vargas Guzman & reviewed by Melanie Betz MS, RD, CSR, CSG. You may be feeling overwhelmed and frustrated by finding a healthy diet for kidney disease – especially
Potassium in Pizza: What You Need To Know Read More »
This article was written by dietetic student Maria Vargas Guzman & reviewed by Melanie Betz MS, RD, CSR, CSG. There is obviously a reason everyone loves pizza. Honestly, why wouldn’t we? Pizza is the perfect combination:
The Best Juice for Kidney Disease Read More »
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
Rock Salt vs Sea Salt: Which Salt is Best For You? Read More »
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
