When managing chronic kidney disease (CKD), phosphorus often gets a lot of attention. But there’s another lab that can offer early insight into how your body is really handling mineral balance—parathyroid hormone (PTH). Even if your phosphorus level looks normal, your PTH might be quietly climbing. What Is PTH? Parathyroid hormone (PTH) is a hormone […]
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If you have chronic kidney disease (CKD), you may have been told to limit your phosphorus intake. That advice is valid—but when it leads you to search exclusively for low phosphorus recipes, it can backfire. Not only are you limiting your options, but you may also be misled by the numbers themselves. In this post,
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Ready-to-eat cereals can be a good breakfast (or snack!) option for people with CKD, but navigating the food labels can be tricky. We’ve gone ahead and done the work for you to find the best ready to eat cereals for people living with CKD and not on dialysis.
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If you have chronic kidney disease (CKD), navigating your food choices can be confusing—especially when it comes to dairy. One question I hear often is: Is mozzarella cheese okay for kidney disease? The good news is that mozzarella can absolutely be part of a kidney-friendly diet—with just a few things to keep in mind. Let’s
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If you’ve been diagnosed with calcium phosphate kidney stones, a 24-hour urine test can be one of the most powerful tools to help prevent new stones from forming. This test gives a detailed snapshot of your urine chemistry and helps you and your healthcare team identify the specific dietary and lifestyle changes most likely to
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If you’ve been diagnosed with uric acid kidney stones or suspect that they might be the type of stone you’re forming, one of the most important tools in prevention is the 24-hour urine test. This simple but powerful test can reveal the unique chemistry of your urine and help determine the most effective strategies for
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