Category Archives: Kidney-friendly

Dialysis and Summer Weather Recipes


We’re coming into Summer when the extreme challenge of keeping hydrated while limiting fluids comes into play and a competition greater than March Madness! Here are some low potassium recipes for your consideration from Davita. In this context, please consider … Continue reading

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Dialysis and Medications


Hey y’all… I came across this article from the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) and thought it might be helpful to those wondering about the effect of medications on your kidneys. Some can be harmful to your kidneys. Caution, however. If … Continue reading

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Dialysis and Weight Loss – Part One


Okay, it’s it a new year and time for the resolutions and followup.   Many of us will resolve to reduce our weight.   In September of 2014, I did.  As of 1 January 2016, I’m 92.5 pounds reduced (not … Continue reading

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