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Potassium Management Resources

Managing your potassium intake is an important part of a healthy kidney diet. Read our blog posts and fact sheets on potassium management and find tips on making informed nutrition choices. Plus, explore a variety of kidney-friendly recipes designed to help you enjoy flavorful meals while maintaining optimal potassium levels.

Fact Sheet:

Potassium and Chronic Kidney Disease (PDF)

Selected Posts from The Dietitians’ Blog

Understanding Potassium on Nutrition Labels

By Fiona Bellefeuille, Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator Photo by Joshua Rawson-Harris on Unsplash You may have noticed that potassium […]

Making the Most Out of Your Groceries During COVID-19

The need for physical distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic has changed our approach to some of the basic things we […]

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 […]

Selected Recipes

No Salt Added Seasoning Mix for Steak

Here’s a spice blend to enhance the flavor of your steak without using salt.

Corn and Fennel Soup

This soup freezes well, so freeze it in individual servings so you have it handy. Fennel is a higher potassium vegetable but pairing it with an acceptable potassium vegetable like corn is a great way to safely include it into your diet!

Saskatoon Berry Pudding

Combine the berries, 1 ½ cups of water and the sugar in medium size pot. Bring it up to a […]

Other Resources

How to Find a Dietitian

Dietitians play an important role in managing chronic kidney disease and maintaining the health of your kidneys. This blog post explains the role of a dietitian and how to find one to support you on your kidney journey. 

What to Eat When You Have Stage 1 or 2 Kidney Disease

If you are diagnosed with chronic kidney disease it’s important to make early lifestyle and dietary changes that can help slow its progression. This blog post shares practical tips to support long-term kidney function. 

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