If you have chronic kidney disease (CKD), you’ve probably heard all kinds of claims about herbal teas and kidney health. Some are supposed to “cleanse” your kidneys. Others supposedly “flush out toxins.” And then there are the teas that promise to actually improve...
Hydration becomes very important when you are living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) stages 2–3 — especially during hot summer months. But many people feel confused about what they should actually drink. Should you drink more water? Avoid potassium? Stay away from...
Thanksgiving is one of the most food-centered holidays of the year — and for people living with chronic kidney disease (CKD), that can bring about more stress than gratitude. Between the turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and gravy, it’s easy to wonder: What can I...
Microgreens are the latest health fad, and for good reason. But are they good for people with chronic kidney disease? For people with CKD, food is an important part of therapy. What you eat can help or hinder. So where do microgreens fall in helping or...
Uncontrolled high blood pressure is the foremost contributor to chronic kidney disease (CKD) just behind uncontrolled diabetes. Unfortunately, you can have high blood pressure for many years and not know it. Chances are, however, that if you have CKD, you have high...
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a complex condition, but the good news is that there are proven, actionable steps you can take to protect your kidney function and improve your overall health. These steps, or "kidney health levers," are the most impactful lifestyle and...
How important is a low sodium diet for kidney disease? This may or may not come as a surprise to you, but sodium has become a controversial subject in recent years. Our health agencies currently recommend that all people consume less than 2300 mg daily, but this is...
In a world where ultra-processed foods reign supreme, it can be easy to get used to all the grab and go options available to us. However, a whole foods diet can offer a range of advantages for our health and well-being. In this blog post, we'll explore the simplicity...
Did you know that in the United States, high blood pressure (hypertension) is the secondleading cause of chronic kidney disease, just behind diabetes? High Blood Pressure Defined One of the most critical functions of the heart is to pump blood constantly throughout...