Make your burgers as kidney friendly as possible by choosing a low phosphorus hamburger bun – plus some additional tips for make the most kidney friendly burger possible. Do hamburger buns have phosphorus? Yes, all hamburger buns will contain some amount of phosphorus. However, many hamburger buns also contain phosphorus additives, which can be particularly […]
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Making your own pizza at home is a great way to make a more kidney friendly pizza. You will have a lot more control over the sodium content of your pizza as well as whether or not there are any phosphorus additives. Not only that, but you get to pick the toppings that you like!
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Pizza is a popular food for a lot of people – and one that you may not want to give up! Finding a low phosphorus pizza is one key to a kidney friendly pizza. We show you what to look for as well as share specific brands that are better for your kidneys, so you
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Tea is one of the most popular beverages in the world and comes in many different forms. In moderation, tea can still be enjoyed when you have kidney disease, however there are a few things to keep in mind when choosing the type of tea you are going to drink. Is tea ok for kidney
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I’m from the south where you can get a biscuit at just about any restaurant you go to. Biscuits are delicious. There is no way around that. But biscuits are NOT kidney friendly – at least not the ones you can buy at the store or a typical restaurant. Why are biscuits bad for kidneys?
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Chocolate is a hot topic with kidney disease. There is a misconception out there that chocolate is banned and terrible for kidneys. Some people think it is too high in potassium, while others think that it’s too high in phosphorus. At the same time, there is also a lot of research to show the benefits
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Mayonnaise is a popular and versatile condiment. It can be added to sandwiches your favorite plant burger or mixed with other flavors to create an entirely new condiment or dip. Traditionally made of oil, egg yolks, vinegar (or other acidic liquid), and seasonings, and given it’s popularity, many people wonder if mayonnaise is ok for
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Let’s talk about my favorite nut for people with CKD: Macadamia Nuts! Nuts are one of my favorite snack foods because of how portable they are – they won’t get squished in your purse or lunch bag, they require no refrigeration, and they are delicious! On top of all that, most nuts are super kidney-friendly.
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This week, we’re talking beans! Beans are such an underrated food. And for some reason, no matter how old I get, the childhood rhyme of “Beans, Beans, they’re good for your heart, the more you eat ‘em, the more you fart!” still sings in my mind anytime I read the word beans. And they are good for your
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Peanut butter is hands down one of my favorite foods – both personally and for people with kidney disease. I’m going to start this post off by answering some FAQs about peanut butter, and then wrap up with some additional reasons why peanut butter is AMAZING. How much protein is in peanut butter? One serving
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