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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 sausage


Since it’s a holiday weekend (Memorial Day 2016), some of us may have a moment to cook something containing elements that are good for us as we try to avoid things we shouldn’t eat.  Breakfast seems to be a time we especially … Continue reading

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Dialysis and Weight Loss – Part Three


Update 5/4/16: I reached the 100 pound achievement!  Now, for 50 more.  Wish me luck and it looks like I might make it there.  I’m optimistic t this point.  When I get a chance, I’ll post before and after photos. … Continue reading

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Dialysis and Rebirth


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


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 Nutrition Labels


Here it is!  The Nutrition Label explained especially for dialysis patients!  Yay! Thank you to the persons who produced this.  Their names are at the bottom-right on the picture.  I’m in a hurry right now but I’ll be sure to give … Continue reading

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Dialysis and Good Foods


I found a great posting in Davita.com under their Diet and Nutrition page that identifies the 15 Healthy Foods for dialysis patients.  The links herein are to the Davita website.  So here they are… 1. Red bell peppers 1/2 cup … Continue reading

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Dialysis and Nutrition Labels


The National Kidney Foundation is involved with the FDA on some proposed changes to nutrition labels that will benefit kidney patients.  Read about it by CLICKING HERE.   As it stands, there’s a great deal of information on a nutrition label … Continue reading

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Dialysis and the Holidays


(I originally posted this last year and, like Christmas, it’s that time of year again! Enjoy!) ‘Tis the season to be eating! At every turn, we’ll be faced with the questions like, “What can I eat?” and “What can I … Continue reading

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