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Diet for kidney failure
Most articles about diets for kidney failure include the following: No dairy products (no milk, cheese, etc) No red meat No foods high in phosphorous ...
Support Group: Kidney & Bladder
Last active: May 8, 2021
Proper kidney diet
On August 10, 2023, I had my kidney removed for cancerous tumor that was small and did not spread. I am searching for what I...
Support Group: Kidney & Bladder
Last active: Sep 25, 2023
CKD stage 3 diet
Hello! My husband was diagnosed with CKD stage 3 about 6 weeks ago. I have lists of sodium and potassium values for most common foods,...
Support Group: Kidney & Bladder
Last active: May 2 9:48am
Low Oxalate low Sodium diet
I am Mary. Anyone out there on a low oxalate diet ? Looking for support
Support Group: Kidney & Bladder
Last active: Nov 20, 2017
Stage 2, Chronic Kidney Disease Diet
Should I be on a special diet for chronic kidney disease stage 2. I have GFR of 68. I have 15 pounds to lose.
Support Group: Kidney & Bladder
Last active: Jul 21, 2016
Diet for diabetes and stage 4 CKD - very confusing.
Anyone with diabetes (on insulin 1x per day) and CKD stage 4? I have a difficult time balancing the two different diets. Anyone else with...
Support Group: Kidney & Bladder
Last active: Oct 23, 2022
Persistent kidney stones despite low ox diet
I keep getting stones despite being on a low oxalate diet. Been to 3 nephrologists each whim told me a different thing. Last one thinks...
Support Group: Kidney & Bladder
Last active: Oct 11, 2023
One kidney left: Any tips on diet? Testing required?
What should I eat & what supplements/herbs should I be taking? Also what is the best blood work to have done besides the standard “GFR”
Support Group: Transplants
Last active: Feb 8, 2023
Stage 3 Kidney Disease and Diet: What can I eat?
It seems there is very little you can eat that is healthy for the Kidneys. The web site Davida has plenty of food on it...
Support Group: Kidney & Bladder
Last active: May 23 9:12am
Type 2 Diabetes & Low Oxalate Diet: What foods are good for both?
What foods are allowed for both diets? Does anyone have notes on index cards to share for meal groups: proteins, veggies, fruits, snacks, sweets?
Support Group: Kidney & Bladder
Last active: Mar 21, 2022
Confused About Diet for Stage 3 or 4 Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
I was diagnosed with Stage 3 CKD four years ago, but my doctor didn't tell me. When he retired and I had to find a...
Support Group: Kidney & Bladder
Last active: Jun 5, 2022
Recovering after a left nephrectomy....Whats it like?
I am 47 yrs.and scheduled for a left nephrectomy in 2 weeks and have been managing uti and diet for the past 7 mths....what can...
Support Group: Kidney & Bladder
Last active: Jan 24, 2019
Cholesterol
I am anticipating a kidney transplant and read somewhere that the meds taken would raise my cholesterol. I learned so much from this group and...
Support Group: Kidney & Bladder
Last active: May 30, 2018
I’m at stage 3b kidney function with Polycystic Kidney Disease.
Is anyone on Ketogenic Diet for chronic kidney disease? Dr. Weimbs has the Ren.Nu program:low carb. My renal dietician is willing to help me do...
Support Group: Kidney & Bladder
Last active: Mar 29 9:25am
Living Long-Term at Stage 4 Kidney Disease
Hi, I've contributed to several discussions regarding kidney disease at various stages. I'm interested in experiences living long-term at stage 4. My eGFR (creatinine) is...
Support Group: Kidney & Bladder
Last active: May 23 1:50pm
My mother who is 64 has stage 3 kidney disease.
What are the best treatments, exercise, diet, and living conditions for stage 3 kidney disease?
Support Group: Kidney & Bladder
Last active: Jan 22, 2020
Promises of improved kidney function?
Is anyone aware of the naturopath with Kidney Disease Solutions at Kidney solution.net. ? He is promoting a book and diet that participants say are...
Support Group: Kidney & Bladder
Last active: Apr 17, 2023
Understanding GFR and kidney disease: What's normal?
Just officially diagnosed ckd stage 3 June this year but doc has been monitoring. December 2018 GFR 56. June 2020 GFR 48. Was not given...
Support Group: Kidney & Bladder
Last active: Jun 27, 2023
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) and future planning
Hello am new to the group. My story is that am a pkd patient at stage 3 with clearace at 175. I've been on salt...
Support Group: Kidney & Bladder
Last active: Sep 26, 2023
GFR estimates: How can I improve them?
I was just diagnosed with stage 3B kidney disease about two weeks ago. My GFR number is 28. Everything I’ve read has my numbers in...
Support Group: Kidney & Bladder
Last active: Jun 22, 2021