🗓️ Day 1: The Comfort Classic Breakfast: Warm Applesauce & Cinnamon Oats. Use quick oats (lower phosphorus than bran) topped with a generous swirl of applesauce and a dash of cinnamon. Lunch: Lemon-Herb Tuna Salad. Canned tuna (rinsed!) mixed with a little mayo or olive oil, dried dill, and lemon juice. Serve on low-sodium crackers […]
🌟 The “Love Your Kidneys” Flavor Pantry! 🌟 🍲 The “Base” (Grains & Starches) These are your low-potassium energy sources. Go for white or refined grains more often than whole grains if your doctor has asked you to limit phosphorus. White Rice & Jasmine Rice: The perfect blank canvas for any meal. Couscous: Lightning-fast to […]
This version of the classic scampi swaps heavy salt and wine for a burst of fresh lemon and extra garlic. Serving it over white pasta or white rice is actually preferred for a kidney-friendly diet, as whole grains are much higher in phosphorus and potassium. Yields: 2 servings Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 5-7 […]
These tacos are vibrant, filling, and use corn tortillas, which are generally lower in phosphorus than flour tortillas. Yields: 2 servings (4 tacos) Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 20-25 minutes Ingredients 3 cups cauliflower florets, cut into bite-sized pieces 1/2 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed very thoroughly and patted dry 1 tbsp olive oil 1 […]
This dish uses skinless chicken to keep saturated fats down and colorful bell peppers, which are fantastic for kidney health because they are low in potassium but high in Vitamin C. Yields: 2 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 25-30 minutes Ingredients 2 medium chicken thighs (bone-in, skin removed to reduce fat/phosphorus) 1 cup […]
This recipe is packed with flavor but mindful of kidney health, focusing on fresh ingredients and controlled sodium and potassium. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for a weeknight meal! Yields: 2 servings Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 15-20 minutes Ingredients: 2 (4-6 oz) salmon fillets, skin on or off 1 bunch asparagus, woody ends […]
Diabetic nephropathy, also known as diabetic kidney disease, is one of the leading causes of chronic kidney disease and kidney failure. One of the most important factors that determines how fast kidney disease progresses is blood pressure control. If blood pressure is not well controlled, kidney damage can worsen much faster and may eventually lead […]
If your blood pressure remains high despite taking medications, one often-overlooked reason is fluid overload. Extra fluid in the body increases pressure inside your blood vessels, making blood pressure harder to control. Fluid overload is especially common in people with kidney disease, heart disease, and resistant hypertension. Understanding and treating fluid overload can make a […]
If your blood pressure remains high even though you are taking three or more blood pressure medications, you may have a condition called resistant hypertension. This means your blood pressure is harder to control and needs specialized evaluation and treatment. Resistant hypertension increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney damage. Getting expert care […]
Learn why controlling high blood pressure is critical in chronic kidney disease. Expert nephrology care and monitoring available at Kingwood Kidney Associates with Dr. Sowmya Puthalapattu.