If you have chronic kidney disease (CKD) and are on dialysis, you may know that your body’s protein needs change. Getting the right amount of protein is a delicate balance! Too little can lead to muscle loss and weakness, while too much can create extra waste in your blood that your kidneys cannot handle. What… Continue reading Tips for Balancing Protein Intake While On Dialysis
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Steps to Reduce Feelings of Guilt and Shame Around Chronic Illness
When you have a chronic illness, emotions can come in waves. Shock, frustration, sadness, anger, and sometimes even guilt or shame! These feelings are normal, but they can also weigh you down emotionally and physically. Many people blame themselves for the state of their health or the things they cannot do anymore. Others feel ashamed… Continue reading Steps to Reduce Feelings of Guilt and Shame Around Chronic Illness
Is A.I. Changing CKD Diagnosis? Breaking Down 6 Studies
Artificial intelligence (A.I.) is rapidly changing every part of daily life. This includes healthcare! It can be in areas ranging from how new medicines are discovered to how diseases like chronic kidney disease (CKD) are diagnosed and managed. CKD itself is a growing concern, affecting millions of people around the world. One of the biggest… Continue reading Is A.I. Changing CKD Diagnosis? Breaking Down 6 Studies
Why Diet Culture Parenting Backfires and What to Do Instead
When it comes to raising kids, most parents genuinely want what’s best for their children. Whether it’s ensuring they get enough sleep or helping them succeed, parenting is all about making thoughtful choices. However, when it comes to food and body image, diet culture can have a sneaky way of creeping into our parenting styles,… Continue reading Why Diet Culture Parenting Backfires and What to Do Instead
Why Your Joint Pain May Be Gout and Not Rheumatoid Arthritis
Have you woken up in the morning with painful, swollen joints? You may assume it is rheumatoid arthritis. RA affects millions of people around the world. However, if you have chronic kidney disease (CKD), joint pain might not caused by rheumatoid arthritis! It could instead be gout. Gout is a type of arthritis that develops… Continue reading Why Your Joint Pain May Be Gout and Not Rheumatoid Arthritis
Can Kidney Disease Cause Heart Problems Even in Early Stages?
When you think about the side effects of kidney disease, your mind probably first goes to problems like fatigue or swelling. But what many people do not realize is that kidney disease also affects your heart, sometimes even before the kidneys have lost a lot of function. Early stage CKD can still have an affect… Continue reading Can Kidney Disease Cause Heart Problems Even in Early Stages?
What’s Causing Your CKD Night Cramps and How to Get Relief
Have you ever been woken up (or kept up) late at night by a sudden tightening in your muscle? Muscle cramps are unexpected, painful spasms that can keep you from getting a good night’s sleep. If you have chronic kidney disease, you may notice that these cramps happen often, disturbing your sleep and leaving your… Continue reading What’s Causing Your CKD Night Cramps and How to Get Relief
How to Manage Heat Fatigue with CKD
Hot summer days can make for incredible memories. Spending time at the pool or beach, getting together for a barbecue, and going on late walks as the sun sets are all classic activities to enjoy. However, the summer also brings heat! And lately, as days get warmer, the heat can make bring special risks for… Continue reading How to Manage Heat Fatigue with CKD
Is Protein Bad for Kidneys?
Surprise surprise! The foods you eat impact how well your body functions. Most of us have heard of the three main macronutrients that we all need to survive: carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. These three nutrients together give us energy and support a wide range of different body functions. For people with chronic kidney disease (CKD),… Continue reading Is Protein Bad for Kidneys?
Four Tips For Mindful Eating and Enjoying Eating Food
Having chronic kidney disease means making careful choices about what you eat. It can be hard to enjoy meals when you are always thinking about what you cannot have! But there is a simple change you can make that can help bring more satisfaction and peace to the table: practicing gratitude and mindfulness. Gratitude and… Continue reading Four Tips For Mindful Eating and Enjoying Eating Food