Stage 3 Kidney Disease and Diet: What can I eat?

Goodness, have you ever put in the work, @kamama94! Read through to the recipes and will start those later. Thank you for doing this and sharing with us!

This is an excellent resource! You have done an exceptional job putting this together. Thank you so much!

From a newly diagnosed stage 3 CKD patient.
Susan

Those of us with CKD are cautioned about hidden phosphates. Many, many processed foods and many baked goods contain phosphates - in baking powder, as a preservative, as a colorant. And if you want a home-baked cake (to be eaten in small portions, of course,) the baking powder you must use contains phosphates.

It doesn't work well to substitute yeast for baking powder in cakes.

BUT, if you can incorporate over 300 mg sodium in final nutrient totals for an entire cake, you can create your own phosphate-free "baking powder" by combining 1/4 tsp bicarbonate of soda with 1/2 tsp white vinegar for every tsp of baking powder called for in most cake recipes.

Just want to give an update. In July eGFR went from 35 to 20 then down to 8 by Aug 18. Neph appointment tomorrow morning to discuss dialysis prep. Positive vibes needed!

@kamama94 - prayers an positive vibes are on the way.
I know you have diligently and faithfully worked and hoped to delay dialysis as long as possible. And you have done so with an inspiring attitude. I am confident that whatever your future holds will be dealt with in the same manner.

@kamama94 I am so sorry to hear that your eGFR dropped like this. Do you have any insight into why this may have happened? My prayers remain with you. I have held off on a kidney transplant and dialysis for 6 years. So far I am holding steady, but had a severe drop last January. I know it was from too much indulgence during the holidays and have been able to get back to where I was last year. Hopefully you feel better after you start dialysis.

I’m stage 3 not on dialysis yet. I need to change my doctor , dirsnt tell me anything ever.

Well rats, @kamama94! So regret this sudden drop in your GFR numbers and know that whatever plans you and neph discuss at your next appointment, you will approach the next steps with the same bravery and diligence you've exhibited to all of us on this uncertain CKD journey. Sending you continued prayers and cyber strength as you plan ahead. Please let us know how the visit goes and remember your many friends here are rooting for you so keep us in the loop, ok? Hugs to you!

@kamama94, Isn't that an incredibly fast drop for your eGFR values? Any possible clue as to what may have triggered this sudden change? I am so hoping that you'll report back soon following your appointment so your large network of Connect friends can support you as you have strengthened so many of us. Sending you positive vibes, prayers and additional warrior tools as you embark on this next plan of action.

@fiesty76, thank you and thanks to everyone for the powerful support! Neph was doubtful but I think the shingles did horrendous damage. Moot point now. Today is my 75th birthday, maybe my best present will be dialysis to make me feel better. Meanwhile, love and hope still live here. I wish all of you the best!