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Kidneys, Beans and Greens
By Claire Chartrand MSc. RD Traditional dietary guidelines for people with chronic kidney disease recommended avoiding many plant-based foods such […]
Welcome to the newly renovated Kidney Community Kitchen
We hope you like the new look as much as we do! When the site first launched in 2011, we set out to create an easy […]
Steps for a Successful Valentine’s Dinner Date on a Renal Diet
The seasonal aisles in the pharmacies have turned from Christmas red and green to Valentine’s Day hearts and flowers. For some, […]
Planning a Renal Friendly Dinner for the Chinese New Year
做好計劃腎病春節也能吃得開心有健康 Chinese New Year is one of the most important festivals for the Chinese community.
Mindful Eating Tips for the Holidays
Mindful eating tips for your holiday season from Marisa Tamasi RD, CDE. Food is a big part of the holidays. Whether […]
Eating a Kidney-Friendly Diet for Hanukkah
Submitted by Kimberly Lam, Nutrition Student Volunteer Anja Webster, RD, and Dani Renouf, RD, MSc, CDE As the end of […]
Top 5 Favourite Lazy Weeknight Meals
After a long, tiring day, the last thing you want is to be stuck in front of the stove to […]
Summer Fun for Kids
As children are still growing and developing, it is important to ensure they are receiving proper nutrition. For children with […]
Gardening and farmer’s markets on a low potassium diet
With summer approaching it’s still possible to start the garden that you’ve always wanted. Planting and growing fruits and vegetables […]
Reminders for Ramadan
The holy month of Ramadan holds religious significance to Muslims worldwide as they observe a month of Sawm (fasting) that […]
Steps to a more kidney friendly diet: Animal versus Vegetarian Proteins
By Kelvin Au, Student and Dani Renouf, RD, MSc, CDE Persons living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) are often asked […]
Warm up with A Low-Potassium Soup!
Alisha Buttar, Student and Dani Renouf, RD, MSc As the cold weather has touched down, there is no better […]
Phosphorus and Potassium Additives in Canadian Meat, Poultry and Fish – What you need to know!
Arti Sharma Parpia, MSc, RD Since the phosphorus and potassium content of foods are not required to be listed on […]
Enjoy the Sun, Not the Germs: Keeping Food Safe during Warmer Days
Warm weather and longer days have us looking forward to summer BBQs, picnics, and long days at the beach. However, […]
Top 3 Snacks to Boost Nutrition
By Tanya Choy, RD, CDE Snacks, in the right portions are a great way to give nutrition a boost! Snacks […]
Kidney-Friendly Eating For the Whole Family
By Dani Renouf, RD, MSc Does the sentiment “I cook two different meals, one for me, and one for my […]
Yes, You Can Bake! Baking Tips For A Healthy And Happy Holiday Season
By Dani Renouf, RD, MSc and Mikaela Kroeker, Student and Jennifer Snyder, Student The holiday season can often pose a […]
