Category Archives: calcium

Dialysis and Cooking

Posted on August 16, 2016 by DevonTexas

Hey all!  I need to share this article about cooking for dialysis patients.  Read it carefully and I hope you find it as interesting as I do.  I’m inspired by the fact the study involved supports all the findings with … Continue reading →

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Dialysis and Kidney-friendly Snacks

Posted on November 15, 2015 by DevonTexas

1/15/16 Update – I saw a post on FaceBook that offered a free sample (just pay shipping) from Vida-Fuel.  I would highly recommend you try these snacks! Go to their WebSite to see the offer Hey everyone!  Sorry for the … Continue reading →

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Dialysis and Bone Disease

Posted on June 6, 2015 by DevonTexas

From the DPC Education Center comes a conference call on Bone and Mineral Disease. Why is this important or relevant to dialysis patients?  Well, that pesky phosphorus (See Dialysis and Phosphorus Control) leaches calcium from your bones and replaces it with … Continue reading →

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Dialysis and Rebirth

Posted on April 14, 2015 by DevonTexas

I recently made some profound changes in my life.  I didn’t mention anything previously because I didn’t want to jinx it.  But, now that I am a bit down the road, I’m comfortable to write about it. Confession time.  I’ve not … Continue reading →

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Dialysis and Chicken

Posted on April 13, 2015 by DevonTexas

I came across this posting at Davita.com about some simple 5 ingredient, kidney-friendly, chicken recipes. If you are like me, finding simple, creative meal ideas is a full-time job! Take a look and let me know what you think in … Continue reading →

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Dialysis and Bones

Posted on January 31, 2015 by DevonTexas

There’s a very good presentation from the DPC Education Center with audio and slides that describes the relationship of kidney function, calcium, the thyroid gland, and bones.  I found it very help in my understand of bone density and kidney … Continue reading →

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