Our Renal Diet Food List for CKD Patients

Let’s get straight to the point…A lot of you have been asking, “OK, I know which foods to avoid now, but what about the foods I should eat?” And so, due to insistent public demand, here is our big renal diet food list for CKD patients. Enjoy!Meat / Protein FoodsBeef (fresh, lean cuts)ChickenEggs / egg substitutesFish […]

These Are 4 Easy-to-Do Exercises for CKD Patients

Most of the articles we have in this blog have been promoting the renal diet and how you and your kidneys need it. But it’s not only proper dieting that’s needed for a healthier lifestyle. Your body also needs exercise, much like a car needs regular maintenance runs. And, contrary to popular belief, you don’t need […]

Hot Spiced Apple Juice

Apple juice made more exciting with the addition of spices. A perfect beverage to sip when the autumn afternoon runs chilly. Makes 8 servings.Low Sodium RecipeNutritional Analysis:Sodium   6 mgProtein   1 gPotassium   132 mgPhosphorus   10 mgCalcium   18 mgCalories   63 kcalFat   1 gWater   120 gCarbohydrates   15 gIngredients:½ teaspoon nutmeg12 whole […]

Here’s Why Baking Soda is Good for Your CKD…

If you’ve been around our blog long enough, you’d know that there is no cure for chronic kidney disease. At least not yet.And if you’ve been around our blog long enough, you’d also be aware that we promote proper dieting and healthy lifestyle changes to those who suffer from CKD. That that’s the only way, […]

Phosphorus: How to Keep It In Check

Fact: every nutrient we take into our body does, in some way, serve a purpose.For example, sodium helps the body regulate its fluids. Protein, on the other hand, mainly builds our muscles, tissues, and organs. And potassium adds to the functions of the two, helping muscle-building and fluid regulation.That said, phosphorus is one of the […]

Hot Spiced Cereal

Check out this easy-to-prepare, vegetarian cereal meal. Makes 6 servings.Breakfast, VegetarianNutritional Analysis:Sodium   7 mgProtein   5 gPotassium   166 mgPhosphorus   108 mgCalcium   116 mgCalories   376 calFat   1 gWater   900 gCarbohydrates   85 gIngredients:4 cups water2 cups cream of rice or other hot ricecereal, grits, or cream of wheat1 teaspoon vanilla extract¼ […]

French Toast with Cinnamon

A perfect way to start the day. The aroma that cinnamon brings helps relaxes the mind — a sweet morning treat. Makes 4 servings.Breakfast, Low PhosphorusNutritional Analysis:Sodium   194 mgProtein   7 gPotassium   128 mgPhosphorus   61 mgCalcium   60 mgCalories   125 calFat   5 gWater   20 gCarbohydrates   14 gIngredients:4 large […]

Low-Sodium Recipes: What to Eat for Your Renal Diet

If you’ve been around long enough to read the articles on this blog, you’re now probably aware that keeping your sodium in control is a great help to your kidneys.That being said, there are a few different ways to eat with less sodium. One is to look for foods with low sodium content, and swear […]

Renal Diet Food Swaps for Your Nutrient Limits

Often, the reason for seeking out food substitutes is when we have adverse reactions to common food items.For example, people who are lactose intolerant look for milk substitutes. Often, soy milk is a recommended food item for them.On the other hand, people with celiac disease need to find replacements for food items with gluten, a […]

4 Must-Avoid Carbs on Your Renal Diet

It’s no question that when you need more energy for your daily activities, especially when you live actively, you’ll need starchy foods (usually called carbs).But when you have CKD, indulging too much on carbs is a big no. This is because most carbohydrate- and sugar-rich foods are also rich in sodium, potassium, and phosphorus. Here are […]