By Stéphanie Pasaman Dt.P. One of the key dietary recommendations for people with chronic kidney disease is limiting phosphorus intake. It is still necessary for most patients, but the guidelines...
The Kidney Foundation just launched its updated renal diet website, Kidney Community Kitchen (www.kidneycommunitykitchen.ca). The site was first introduced in 2011: an easy to use, interactive and information-rich resource on...
By June Martin Our kidneys perform many important functions, including the removal of any extra phosphorus from the blood. But when kidneys are not functioning well, phosphorus levels can rise,...
by June Martin, RD Diabetes is a serious chronic disease that happens when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin (Type 1 diabetes) or the insulin that is produced cannot...
June Martin, RD, CDE Salt or sodium reduction is important for all Canadians, but it is especially critical for those who have or are at risk for Chronic Kidney Disease...
By Céline Quintin, P.Dt. Nice sunny days, flowers and plants everywhere, and the aroma of a barbecue: all of these mean summer! There is also an abundance of fruits and...
By June Martin, RD, CDE We spend a lot of time talking to dialysis patients about what to eat. But did you know that when you eat matters, too? When...
Potatoes are high in potassium, not ideal for those of us living with kidney disease. But you can still enjoy them in moderation if you use the double-boil method of...
By June Martin, RD, CDE Following a renal diet is tricky. Not only do you need to worry about the amount of potassium, phosphorus and sodium you consume, but you...
By Céline Quintin, P.Dt. Has your dietitian ever told you that you’re not eating enough protein to meet your body’s needs? Are you getting a little tired of eating meat...
By Leonora Chao, MSc, RD As the holiday season approaches, it’s a good time to plan ahead to avoid the pitfalls of over-indulgence. Here are 10 tips to help people...
By June Martin, RD, CDE It seems that sugar is at the top of everyone’s minds these days when it comes to nutrition and health. It’s been described as “the...
Céline Quintin, P.Dt. Elke Henneberg, Editor The Holiday season should be an enjoyable time for most people. But for those of us with serious dietary considerations, it can be very...
By June Martin, RD, CDE We’ve written a lot about phosphate additives over the past few years. So now we think it’s time for an update on potassium additives. This...
By Leonora Chao, MSc, RD Ever-increasing food costs can make healthy eating more difficult, especially when you are trying to follow a kidney-friendly diet. Here are some helpful tips! Stretching...
By June Martin, RD, CDE One of the common complaints I hear as a dietitian is “I’m sick of water”. Water is definitely the healthiest beverage option for most people....
By Lisa Zhu, RPh The following article discusses phosphorous and its function within the body, why people with kidney disease may have increased blood levels of this mineral, the consequences...
Inviting patients to their garden. From left: Roger Cadieux, Denis Dion, Isabelle Nadeau, Pierre Duhamel, Olivier Diec. Six wooden planters with fruits and vegetables are now taking the space of...
By Leonora Chao, RD Regular exercise provides many health benefits for kidney patients, such as improving quality of life and reducing the risk factors for sarcopenia. Building and keeping muscle...