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Helpful and trustworthy books about kidney disease and diet.

Posted by loriel @loriel, 23 hours ago

I was diagnosed 1 week ago with Stage 3 Kidney Disease. There is a huge amount of information to navigate through. Wanting to find reliable books about the condition as well as dietary tips and recipes. What books have you found most informative and helpful.

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Ginger, Volunteer Mentor | @gingerw | 9 hours ago

Hi @loriel
As so many of us have discovered, diet can play a critical role in our kidney health! Many of us have additional health concerns, beyond kidney disease, and need to address everything in our approach to eating.

May I suggest you look through our kidney and bladder support group discussions, and wander through those that talk about diet? For me, "in the trenches" comments and experiences from fellow members can be much more useful than books. Just my humble opinion!

A couple of websites to look at:
From the National Kidney Foundation nutrition site: https://www.kidney.org/nutrition
From Renal Support Network: https://www.rsnhope.org/nutrition-data-information-for-the-kidney-diet/

For me, I need to follow a renal diet that also has to work with my gout issues. So, you can see, it is a combination of things. I like to joke that apples and cardboard are my go-to foods! Check with your nephrologist and get an appointment with a renal dietician, who can help you tailor your dietary needs to your own situation. Can you do that and report back to me?!
Ginger

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loriel | @loriel | 7 hours ago

Thanks, I’ll look at those sights. I already have seen in conflicting advice as I browse
Like : 1)avoid beans or
2)to become vegan and eat beans!!
I’ll check out the sites you have shared.
I’ve requested a referral to a Nephrologist. Disappointed my GP didn’t suggest it.

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