In patients with polycystic kidney disease, studies have shown that intermittent fasting may help to reduce cyst growth, due to its ability to also decrease fibrosis.
This option isn’t for everyone…Contact your health professional to discuss the possibility of integrating this into your health regimen. Need to schedule a consult? www.GulfCoastKidney.com
Looking for some new kidney-friendly recipes? Here are some ideas that may spark a little creativity in the kitchen: https://kitchen.kidneyfund.org/find-recipes/
Eating Healthy…View this kidney-safe diet that will help stay on top of healthy, kidney-friendly meals: Kidney Friendly Diet for CKD .
Looking for assistance? Schedule a consultation at: www.GulfCoastKidney.com
Struggling to decide how to lead a kidney-friendly lifestyle? Choosing the right foods to eat is a great choice for a great ‘start’.
View this article for a ‘kidney-friendly checklist’ to get your grocery shopping off to a great start! (READ)
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Learn more about leading a kidney-friendly lifestyle with this article – 8 Ways to keep your kidneys healthy. https://www.healthline.com/health/kidney-health
Check out this great cookbook, compiled by the Georgia Council on Renal Nutrition. It offers main dishes, sides, desserts, children’s recipes…even items for special occasions!
A Family Recipe Book for Kidney Patients: https://www.kidney.org/…/files/docs/kidney_cookbook_lr.pdf
Take care of your Kidneys and they will take care of YOU! Kidney disease can increase chances of having heart disease, heart attacks and strokes. Keeping your kidneys healthy will help take care of your heart—and the rest of you!
Read more with this overview document, including signs of kidney disease, who is more likely to develop kidney disease, and other key facts. READ: https://www.cdc.gov/kidneydisease/pdf/CKD_TakeCare.pdf .
DIET TIPS: Establishing a low salt diet is key to preventing or reducing progression of kidney disease. Need assistance with kidney-related issues? Come visit us for the highest quality of patient care. Contact us at: www.GulfCoastKidney.com .
KEEPING A HEALTHY DIET: Some patients, particularly those with high potassium and/or those who are diabetic, are not recommended to consume avocados and sweet potatoes. Not certain? You may want to avoid these foods entirely. Be sure to check with your doctor for detailed suggestions. If you need professional advice or assistance, contact us for a consultation. www.gulfcoastkidney.com
