Kidney stones can be a real pain. When mineral levels get too high, stones will form inside the kidneys. And many wonder if apple cider vinegar is a solution to stopping kidney stones. But does it actually work or is it just an old wives’ tale? This article explores what kidney stones are, how they
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It is estimated that only 1 in 5 adults with hypertension, otherwise known as high blood pressure, have it under control. If you’re someone with high blood pressure, there are likely things you can change in your diet to better control it. This article includes foods to avoid with high blood pressure. We’ll also include
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Ketoanalogues are an increasingly fascinating part of the renal diet. They are a medical food created specifically for kidney patients. Our dietitians provide support for kidney patients that want to use ketoanalogues. There are several points to understand before ordering your own ketoanalogues. This article will cover everything you should know about ketoanalogues to protect
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From common household spice to ancient medicine, garlic has been used by humans in many forms for centuries. We know that many herbs and spices have beneficial effects on our health, but is garlic part of that list? Is garlic delicious and good for our health? Furthermore, is garlic good for kidneys? This article will cover
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When you have kidney disease it’s important to be careful with phosphorus in the diet. This is because eating foods containing this mineral can lead to high phosphorus levels. As a registered dietitian with experience in both the CKD and dialysis worlds, I know phosphorus all too well after teaching it to thousands of kidney
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Most kidney patients are told to “eat less salt” or “just stick to a low salt diet.” But what does that actually mean? In this article, we will break down exactly what sodium and salt are, how they impact kidney health, and what it means to follow a low sodium diet for kidney disease. What
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