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How Much Plant-Based Protein Can You Eat Based on Your Stage of Kidney Disease?

How much plant-based protein you need depends on your kidney disease stage. Dialysis patients need more; pre-dialysis need less. Consult a dietitian f...

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Diet and meal planning,

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Plant-based diet,

CKD Diet: How much protein is the right amount?

If you have CKD, limit protein if not on dialysis and increase protein if on dialysis. Consult a dietitian for your specific protein needs.

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Diet and meal planning,

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Are Sugar Substitutes Okay For Your Kidneys?

Humans crave sweets. However, despite all the sugar substitutes on the market, it's still unclear what's safe and what's not. We hope to mak...

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Diet and nutrition,

Healthy habits,

Food and drink,

Blood sugar management,

Sugar and sugar substitutes

Balancing Diabetes and the Kidney Diet

Balancing Diabetes and the Kidney Diet Patient Education Diet and meal planning Diet and nutrition Diabetes Diseases and conditions Carbohydrates Food...

Diseases and conditions,

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Diet and meal planning,

Sugar and Your Kidneys

Take one quick look at the food labels on common grocery items and it becomes rather obvious that Americans consume large quantities of sugar.

Tests and procedures,

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Diet and nutrition,

Healthy habits,

Food and drink,

Blood sugar management,

Sugar and sugar substitutes

Getting More Protein While on Dialysis

Learn why protein is essential while on dialysis, how to identify low protein levels, and ways to increase dietary protein effectively.

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Diet and meal planning,

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Why You Should Avoid Eating Starfruit

People with kidney disease should avoid starfruit, as it can cause harmful effects like confusion and seizures due to a toxin. Consult your doctor for...

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Diet and nutrition,

Food and cooking,

Food and drink,

Foods to avoid,

Fruits and vegetables

Dairy and Our Kidneys

Dairy products are rich in protein, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, and B vitamins. For those with decreased kidney function, these nutrients may need...

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Food and drink,

Six Steps to Controlling High Potassium

Potassium is an important nutrient that helps keep your heart healthy and your muscles working right. But too much potassium can be dangerous, especia...

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Vitamins, nutrients, minerals, and supplements,

Diet and meal planning,

Food and drink,

Fruits and vegetables

Cholesterol, Fats, and Heart Disease: What You Need to Know

Understand how cholesterol impacts kidney health and increases heart disease risk in CKD. Learn how to manage cholesterol and protect your kidneys.

Diseases and conditions,

Diet and nutrition,

High cholesterol,

Cardiovascular disease,

Vitamins, nutrients, minerals, and supplements,

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