Blueberries

Blueberries are a popular and nutritious fruit that are available year-round. The cost of fresh blueberries may vary depending on the season, but frozen blueberries may be more affordable. They are easy to prepare, just rinse and eat. 

• Blueberries are a good source of fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, and antioxidants.
• Blueberries are low in calories and high in fiber; ½ cup of blueberries has 40 calories with about 2 grams of fiber
• They are available in stores year-round, either fresh or frozen
• You can eat them plain or add them to your favorite cereal, pancakes, or fruit salad

A ½ cup serving of blueberries has less than 150 milligrams potassium making them a low potassium fruit choice. Blueberries are also low in sodium and phosphorus making them suitable for a kidney friendly diet.

They are safe to eat for all of the following kidney conditions and treatments:

• CKD/Transplant
• Hemodialysis (3 times/week)
• Daily Home and Nocturnal Hemodialysis/Peritoneal Dialysis
• Kidney Stones

Makes: 10 energy balls

Ingredients:

• ½ c. frozen blueberries (thawed)
• 6 dates (pitted)
• ½ c. gluten-free oats
• ¼ c. almond butter
• ¼ c. chia seeds
• Optional: 1 t. acai powder

Instructions:

1. Place all ingredients in a food processor and pulse until ingredients are combined and sticky.
2. Using your hands, roll mixture into balls, about 1-2 tablespoons each. If it gets too sticky, dip your fingers in lukewarm water.
3. Place on a plate or in a container, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrients per serving:

Calories: .........................110
Total Fat ..........................5 g
Cholesterol .....................0 mg
Sodium............................15 mg
Dietary Fiber................... 3g
Potassium .......................131 mg
Sugar...............................4 g
Calcium...........................56 mg

Download the National Kidney Foundation’s Fact Sheet: Kidney-Friendly Superfoods: Blueberries 

*This content is provided for informational use only and is not intended as medical advice or as a substitute for the medical advice of a healthcare professional.