If you’ve been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD), you might assume cookies are off the table. After all, cookies have sugar, sometimes salt, maybe even additives—how can they possibly be kidney friendly? But here’s the good news: most cookies are actually low in potassium, low in phosphorus, and can even be low in sodium—depending
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A common question that people diagnosed with CKD have is “how much protein should I be eating?” Most people know from googling or talking to their doctor that they need to be eating a low protein diet, but they are not sure exactly what that means. There are published guidelines for how much protein people
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Chocolate is often misunderstood when it comes to kidney disease. Is it high in phosphorus? What about potassium? Can people with CKD enjoy brownies or chocolate cake? In this article, we’ll break it all down and help you feel more confident about enjoying chocolate while protecting your kidneys. Is chocolate high in phosphorus? Plain chocolate
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If you have chronic kidney disease (CKD), you’ve probably heard that potassium levels are important to monitor — and you may be wondering whether your daily cup of coffee could be a hidden source. Here’s the good news: most people with CKD can still enjoy coffee in moderation. But it helps to understand how coffee
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If you love your morning cup of coffee (or tea!)but are trying to follow a kidney-friendly diet, you might be wondering what kind of creamer is safe to use. Good news: there are plenty of options that can fit into a kidney-conscious lifestyle — you just need to know what to look for. What makes
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Milk is a common food item in many people’s household. It goes well with CKD Friendly Cereals or can be used to make other dishes like oatmeal. If you like to bake, you may need to use milk in your recipes (hello Blueberry Muffins!). However, finding a kidney friendly milk can be tricky for people
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