Tag Archives: phosphorus

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 Transplant

Posted on June 26, 2016 by DevonTexas

Okay ya’ll.  I’m going for the transplant. I signed up for the Transplant list with Harris Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas.  So, if you readers with two kidneys happen to be there….  LOL I’ll keep you informed as I venture … Continue reading →

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Dialysis and sausage

Posted on May 29, 2016 by DevonTexas

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 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 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 Phosphorus Control

Posted on December 8, 2012 by DevonTexas

(Scroll to the bottom for updates) This week (Dec. 2012) my labs showed my phosphorus at 5.0. (A normal phosphorus level is 3.5 to 5.5 mg/dL)  It’s a personal best so now I feel I can blog about it.  My … Continue reading →

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