The Blog
Musings on the latest research, recipe ideas, and helpful hints by Kate Zalewski RDN, CSR, LDN

Healthy, Convenient, and Kidney-Friendly: 7 Frozen Meal Options for a Renal Diet
As a renal dietitian, a common request I get from people with kidney disease is, “I don’t always feel like cooking. Are there any kidney-friendly frozen meals out there?” You might be surprised to hear my answer.

What Is PRAL & Why It’s Important If You Have Kidney Disease
You might have heard that plant foods are good for the kidneys. Rich in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants — they provide SO many benefits

A Vegan Dietitian’s Guide To Plant-Based Milks for CKD
A piece of advice commonly given to people with kidney disease is to choose plant-based milks instead of dairy milks. Now… it’s not quite as

Potassium And Phosphorus Are Not The Same Thing – Here’s The Difference
Having worked with people with kidney disease for the last five years, I can tell you this: people get potassium and phosphorus mixed up ALL

Four Supplements You Should Be Taking on a Vegan Diet (Including One You Absolutely Cannot Skip)
*Disclosure: Some of the links in the article below are affiliate links.* When I first became vegan – despite being a dietitian who is extremely

Why You Shouldn’t Skip The Frozen Foods Aisle If You Have CKD
When it comes to fruits and vegetables – is it always better to choose fresh? Believe it or not, fresh isn’t necessarily ALWAYS best! One
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