Kidney Diet Tips Blog
The kidney diet can be challenging. Kidney Diet Tips helps make sense of all the kidney diet 鈥渞ules鈥 for those with chronic kidney disease or on dialysis.
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Is Watermelon Safe for a Kidney Diet?
The question frequently comes up about watermelon in the dialysis diet. Some patients are told to avoid watermelon…March 16, 2011 -
Hemodialysis and fluid intake: How much to drink?
Last updated: June 25, 2026 People on in-center hemodialysis usually have dialysis treatments three times a week. The…June 24, 2014 -
Corn for a Kidney Diet
Last updated: June 22, 2026 The newest Food Facts Friday post is all about corn. One of the…July 27, 2018
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The Struggle to Juggle: Tips for Managing Multiple Diet Restrictions
Managing multiple diet restrictions can feel like a struggle at times. It is like trying to juggle a…February 9, 2024 -
Food Facts Friday: Tomatoes
Tomatoes are such a common staple in the typical American diet. They are so versatile and most people…July 23, 2021 -
Nutrition Facts Food Label: What’s New
Reviewing the potassium, phosphorus, sodium and overall nutritional value of a food can be useful when making choices…June 15, 2021 -
How Can a Renal Dietitian Help You?
If you鈥檙e new to kidney disease鈥攁nd even if you鈥檙e not鈥攜ou may not know the value a renal dietitian…March 30, 2021 -
Food Facts Friday: Cooking Oils
Oils are used in several ways, including for cooking, baking, frying and as a way to add flavor…February 19, 2021 -
Green Pea Protein Powder: Kidney-friendly?
In recent years, plant-based diets and protein supplements have gained popularity with the general population. Studies find plant-based…April 23, 2019 -
Comparing Kidney Diets: Peritoneal Dialysis vs. Hemodialysis
In any situation, there are pros and cons when deciding between two options. Making the decision for which…September 20, 2018 -
Why are Calcimimetics Prescribed for Kidney Patients?
Calcimimetics are prescribed to treat a condition called secondary hyperparathyroidism (hyper-para-thyroid-ism). In this condition the parathyroid glands are…September 11, 2018 -
Vitamin D Basics
There has been much ado in the media in recent years on the benefits of both a diet…August 22, 2018 -
Peritoneal Dialysis and Fluid Goals
Peritoneal dialysis (PD) patients are usually able to have a less restrictive meal plan than those on hemodialysis…August 8, 2018 -
Smart Tips for Travel for Hemodialysis Patients
Upcoming travel plans? People on dialysis are often able to do dialysis on the road. Planning ahead can…July 10, 2018 -
Aloe Vera
Last updated: July 9, 2026 Aloe vera has been used topically for many years. Recently there has been…June 8, 2018