Are vitamins, supplements or herbs issue with CKD?

@ddon
I cant handle those 'new' milks... LOL. I grew up on real, unpasteurized co's milk from our milk cows, and it was a rough transition to go to 2% later in life. I l7mit myself to 1/2 cup or so on my a.m. cereal, and about 6 oz w supper. I also eat low-fat cottage cheese, and no-sugar yogurt. I love cheese, but lotsa cholesterol there, so I try to limit myself and tend more toward the white cheeses like provolone and mozzarella in limited amounts. To be frank, my biggest challenge is being aware of how much Potassium and Phosphorus is in fruits and veggies. Was a big disappointment to discover that oranges, avocados, tomatoes needed to be limited. Its a work in progress. And I am not giving up my once or twice a year huckleberry cheesecake! Just, without sugar. I use monkfruit when I bake. I have no diabetic issues, but I don't want them either!🙃

@gangcarotid1 I understand the milk thing being raised on fresh farm. I'm not a milk drinker per day but if I can get close to 500mg in 8 ozs. An easy one. Lot fat cottage cheese I like. Mozzarella too. That is disappointing to have to watch fruits and veggies, geez ... Would you know of a reliable source to get those ingredients on f & v on the internet? I agree I limit my processed sugar. I have hypoglycemia, when it's low I start my meal with watermelon or a bite of apple to raise it then continue to a lean protein and salad and veggie meal.

@ddon
UCDavis has a good list called tge Renal Grocery List. Its in printable puff format.
UC Davis Health l MPEC rev: 01/20
Renal Grocery List
This list combines all of the foods that are safe to eat on a renal diet. Follow a healthy diet that includes
foods from all major food groups with a limited intake of sweets. More specific diet changes may be needed
if you are concerned about your weight, diabetes, or heart disease. Talk to your dietitian and doctor about
your personal diet needs.
Special notes: If you are monitoring your blood sugar, you will want to control your portions of carbohydrate
foods. Foods or food groups that contain carbohydrates are marked with an (*). If you struggle with
constipation, a high fiber diet can help. Higher fiber foods are marked with (♥).
Starches
Whole grain versions of
these foods may be okay to
eat. Talk to your dietitian
about whether whole grains
are okay for you.
Bagels (plain)
Bread (white, French,
sourdough, rye)
Breadsticks (plain)
Cereals, ready-to-eat
(Rice Krispies, Puffed
Rice, Rice Chex,
Cornflakes)
Cereals, cooked ♥
(Cream of Wheat or
Rice, Farina, Malt-o-
Meal)
Couscous ♥
Crackers (unsalted,
graham or animal
crackers)
Croissant
Dinner rolls
English muffins
Grits
Hamburger/hotdog buns
Melba toast
Pasta & noodles
Pita bread
Popcorn, unsalted ♥
Pretzels, unsalted
Rice, white
Rice cakes
Tortillas, flour
Dairy Substitutes
Nondairy creamer*
Mocha Mix
Nondairy dessert topping
(e.g. Cool Whip) Rice
milk, unfortified* Almond
milk, unfortified* Soy
milk, unfortified*
Vegetables ♥
Alfalfa or bean sprouts
Asparagus
Bamboo shoots
(canned) Beets (canned)
Bell peppers
Cabbage
Cauliflower
Celery
Cucumber
Dandelion greens
Eggplant
Endive/escarole
Green beans
Hominy
Jalapenos
Jicama
Leeks
Lettuce
Mushrooms (raw)
Okra
Onions
Radishes
Seaweed kelp
Spaghetti squash
Summer squash
(e.g. crookneck, spaghetti)
Tomatillos
Water chestnuts (canned)
Wax beans
Fruits* ♥
Apple
Applesauce
Apricots (canned)
Blackberries
Blueberries
Boysenberries
Cherries
Cranberries
Cranberry sauce
Fruit cocktail
Grapes
Kumquat
Lemon
Lime
Loganberries
Lychees
HAPPY READING!😊

@ddon
I cant handle those 'new' milks... LOL. I grew up on real, unpasteurized co's milk from our milk cows, and it was a rough transition to go to 2% later in life. I l7mit myself to 1/2 cup or so on my a.m. cereal, and about 6 oz w supper. I also eat low-fat cottage cheese, and no-sugar yogurt. I love cheese, but lotsa cholesterol there, so I try to limit myself and tend more toward the white cheeses like provolone and mozzarella in limited amounts. To be frank, my biggest challenge is being aware of how much Potassium and Phosphorus is in fruits and veggies. Was a big disappointment to discover that oranges, avocados, tomatoes needed to be limited. Its a work in progress. And I am not giving up my once or twice a year huckleberry cheesecake! Just, without sugar. I use monkfruit when I bake. I have no diabetic issues, but I don't want them either!🙃

Diet does make a difference…give up some things, limit others very carefully. …awareness is how to start …there is a lot of info out there about what’s in the foods we eat…hydration is key… and moving/exercising on whatever level fits ….it’s great when we can make a difference in our own health on a daily basis—THE best medicine there is !

@nycmusic I totally agree with you. Being aware, making those right choices. I allow myself a small slice of really good bread, or half an English muffin and little butter now and then but not everyday. I keep it in my freezer. It is great making our own difference. It's empowering. Hydrating and exercise. It's work at first but then it's my life. A good one!

@ddon. really love your post… total deprivation isn’t the answer…an approach like yours works way better. Wishing you the best for a very good life !