Food and Nutrition

Written By: Marcia Pell The views expressed here are those of the author and not necessarily those of The Hope or its sponsor Kibow...

The views expressed here are those of the author and not necessarilly hose of The Hope or its sponsor Kibow Biotech® Your kidney health...

Did you know that your chances of having a stroke, diabetes, high blood pressure, or kidney disease increases with a Southern diet of processed meats, and fried foods. In fact, there are thousands of people who live in southern states that are at an increased risk for those diseases. You may be asking why does a Southern diet put you at risk for these chronic disease, which are preventable?

Studies show that a more plant-based diet can lead to better health outcomes in those with chronic kidney disease. Plant-based protein has been shown to be more beneficial for kidney health compared to animal-based protein. All of these reasons show us that veggie burgers are a great option for those with CKD! 

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"Excerpt from The 30-Minute Renal Diet Cookbook, by Aisling Whelan, published by Rockridge Press. Copyright © 2019 by Callisto Media, Inc. All rights reserved.”

Kellsey Reed the CKD Dietitian is back with a recipe to help you protect your kidneys by feeding your gut microbiome!

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Due to variations in ingredients, the nutritional analyses should be used as a guideline only. A renal dietitian reviews all recipes, but we cannot...

Smoothies can be a great part of a kidney-friendly diet. Bananas, mixed berries, pineapple, and mango, the list goes on and on! Making a kidney-friendly and gut-friendly smoothie can be difficult. Let’s break it down together so that making smoothies are a breeze for you!