Keeping your potassium in balance
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Guides
Secondary hyperparathyroidism (SHPT) and ways to prevent it
Download our guide on secondary hyperparathyroidism (SHPT) to learn how it affects each stage of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and how to prevent it.
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Kidney-friendly eating plan: Myths vs facts
We are busting the myths so you can know the facts about eating healthy with kidney disease. Talk with your dietitian about how to follow a kidney-friendly eating plan.
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USDA Food Safety Resources
If you have kidney disease, your kidneys do not work as well as they should, and you may have a weakened immune system. This makes it harder for your body to fight off infections, which can lead to more serious, and sometimes deadly, effects of foodborne illness. It is important to learn and practice safe
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Guide to Dining out
Dining out should be an enjoyable event, spent with family and friends or for a special occasion. But when you have kidney disease, making menu choices to fit your eating plan may feel like a challenge. Download the guide for easy tips and tricks you can follow during your next meal out.
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Phosphorus Food Guide
Phosphorus is a nutrient many people with kidney disease must pay attention to and track, because having too much phosphorus in the body can lead to negative health consequences. And tracking the amount of phosphorus you eat can be tough because phosphorus is not listed on a standard nutrition label. Download the guide to learn the amount of
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Potassium Tracker
You have the power to track how much potassium goes into your body every day. Use the potassium tracker to record the amount of potassium in the foods you eat, and also log when you take your potassium binder. Remember, sometimes even one food item can make a big difference in your potassium level. AstraZeneca
Potassium Food Guide
Potassium is a nutrient many people with kidney disease must pay attention to and track, because having too much potassium in the body can have serious health consequences. And tracking the amount of potassium you eat can be tough because potassium is not always listed on a standard nutrition label. Download the guide to learn the amount of
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‘Double Win’ Food Low in Phosphorus and Potassium
Download the food guide for a list of “Double Win” food items that have less than 100 mg phosphorus and 150 mg potassium per serving.
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‘Double Whammy’ Food High in Phosphorus and Potassium
Some foods are considered high in phosphorus AND potassium, making them extra tricky for people with kidney disease trying to limit these nutrients. Download the food guide for a list of “Double Whammy” food items with both 150 mg of phosphorus and 200 mg of potassium or more per serving.
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Cooking Supplies Guide
Are you new in the kitchen or looking to spruce up your collection of cooking tools and supplies? Download the guide for a complete list of items you will need for cooking easy, moderate and more advanced recipes. Having the right supplies for cooking can make all the difference for your safety and for making great
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Glossary
Quick links: Herbs and spicesNon-starchy vegetablesStarchy vegetablesHealthy weightLean proteinRefined grainsEnriched grainsWhole grains Herbs and spices: Herbs and spices flavor our food while cooking and can be added at any stage of the cooking process for different effects. Herbs and spices add a lot of flavor without adding calories or salt. Spices are dried and herbs
Getting Started on DASH
It’s easy to adopt the DASH eating plan. Even small changes made gradually lead to significant benefits. Follow these steps to begin a healthy lifestyle for a lifetime.
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Making the Move to DASH
Moving to heart healthy eating may seem difficult, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are some tips to make DASH work for you.
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Tips to Keep on Track
The DASH eating plan is a new way of eating— for a lifetime. If you slip from the eating plan for a few days, don’t let it keep you from reaching your health goals. Get back on track.
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Tips to Reduce Salt and Sodium
Studies have found that the DASH eating plan can lower blood pressure in as fast as 2 weeks. Eating less sodium creates even bigger heart healthy benefits.
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Grocery Shopping List
Do you ever leave the grocery store with food items you did not plan to get and forget food items you needed? Download the guide for a list of items to stock your pantry, freezer and refrigerator. Mix and match ingredients to make plenty of kidney-friendly and tasty recipes.
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