Recipe of the Month: Zucchini Squash Bake
Our August recipe is a super quick and simple recipe that takes advantage of all the summer squash that’s in season: Zucchini Squash Bake.
You Are What You Eat!
Hypertension and diabetes are two known risk factors for chronic kidney disease. It is vital that all patients follow a renal diet whether on dialysis or transplanted. Sodium and potassium must always be monitored by obtaining the appropriate labs. It is also extremely important to consult with a nutritionist or dietitian to ensure that the proper diet is followed, especially if one is experiencing problems with hypertension and/or diabetes. Proper nutrition is a key factor in living your best life! Of course, your nephrologist and/or general practitioner should always monitor your overall health concerns. We urge you to read this [...]
Recipe of the Month: Fish Tacos
Our July recipe is a quick and easy summer favorite: Fish Tacos.
Let’s Get Away!
Are you ready to take a small trip, a vacation or a weekend getaway? Every month, we bring you current renal news articles but we have decided to focus on travel tips for renal patients. Many patients are reluctant to travel for many reasons but hopefully, these tips will help you to feel more confident as you plan to travel. Get excited, plan a trip, enjoy the summer! The following tips are being shared with you from DaVita Kidney Care (www.davita.com). Vacation on Dialysis People on dialysis can enjoy different types of vacations. You can set sail on a cruise ship, book a [...]
Camarones con Sémola de Maíz
Receta enviada por Arnella Chatman para el DCI Kidney Cookbook Tiempo de preparación: 20 min Tiempo de cocción: 40 min Tiempo total: 1 hora Porciones: 4 Ingredientes: 1 taza sémola de maíz blanca molida gruesa 2 cucharadas mantequilla sin sal ½ manojo de chalotes pequeños, picados ½ taza maíz 1 cucharada aceite vegetal 1 pizca hojuelas de pimiento rojo (opcional) ½ taza pimiento rojo picado 1 taza guisantes verdes ¾ libra camarones, pelados y desvenados Instrucciones: En una olla grande, lleve 3 tazas de agua a ebullición. Agregue la sémola de maíz, reduzca a fuego bajo, cubra y cocine durante [...]
Ask the Doctor May 2025
Velma Scantlebury, MD, DPC Education Center Health Care Consultant 1. What is the impact of phosphorus on kidney patients? For patients with kidney disease on dialysis, they are unable to remove excess phosphorus from the blood. This leads to high phosphorus levels, also known as hyperphosphatemia. Since dialysis does not remove phosphorus, it is important to limit foods high in phosphorus to avoid a build-up in various places in the body. Too much phosphorus results in the following: Bone and heart problems: Excess phosphorus causes your body to pull calcium out of your bones, making them weak and [...]
Recipe of the Month: Grilled Vegetables
May's recipe is a nudge to take advantage of the longer days and warmer temperatures (but can be adapted for the oven, too!): Grilled Vegetables.
Recipe of the Month: Shrimp & Grits
April's recipe is a quick one that works just as well for brunch as it does for dinner: Shrimp & Grits.
Recipe of the Month: Honey Garlic Chicken
March's recipe is quick and easy so you can spend less time cooking and more time outside enjoying the spring weather: Honey Garlic Chicken.
Recipe of the Month: Shrimp Linguine
February’s recipe is the perfect meal for two if you need a last minute Valentine’s Day dinner: Shrimp Linguine.