Since kidney diseases are more connected with fluid output, most of us do not connect them with diet, what we intake, and how it impacts our health. While everyone knows that kidneys filter waste through bodily fluids, their function is not limited to it. They are responsible for filtering blood, regulating blood pressure, and maintaining… Continue reading Foods to stay away from if you have Kidney Disease!

Tamarind is cultivated almost throughout India. It is a staple of Indian food. Indian cuisine uses tamarind in chutneys, curries and pickles. Apart from giving your food a burst of flavour, tamarind or imli comes with a lot of health benefits as well. Tamarind is rich in vitamins, mineral, anti-inflammatory compounds, and antioxidants and has… Continue reading Tamarind is Tasty

It’s a new year and a new you! May your 2024 be filled with abundance of goodness, health and prosperity. January marks the celebration of new beginnings, and what can be better than resolving a commitment to one’s health? Better health must be on everyone’s New Year goals, even those who consider themselves healthy in… Continue reading New Year’s resolutions for healthy kidneys!

Winter brings a lot of fun with it through delicious food, festive glam and holidays! For individuals undergoing dialysis, the idea of winter travel can be daunting. But the good news is, with careful planning and a few essential precautions, you can still enjoy the beauty of the season and create memorable holiday moments. Let’s… Continue reading Dialysis and Winter Travel: How to Plan Your Holidays Safely

Is it always boring to consume egg whites boiled? Once on dialysis, your dietician would tell you to increase your protein levels and what better than just pure albumin that you would get from an egg white! Did you know? An egg contains 56% white, 33% yolk and the remaining 11% is the shell. Egg… Continue reading Egg Whites- Ways To Consume Ambala

Winter is undoubtedly a fun season, but also challenging to maintain an active lifestyle, especially for one with kidney conditions. The cold weather makes everyone stay cosy in their room. However, it is equally essential to stay active and take care of your kidneys during this season. Regular exercise helps to improve circulation, reduce stress,… Continue reading Winter Exercises and Activities for Renal Health

Most dialysis patients need to limit their fluid intake to be as healthy as possible. Too much fluid can raise blood pressure, damage the heart, cause swelling, and make dialysis very uncomfortable. If excess fluid removed during dialysis, patients can experience a sudden drop in blood pressure, which usually occurs toward the end of a… Continue reading Fluid Calculation

The month of November is all about festivals, a time for joy, celebration, and indulgence. However, it’s also a time when our dietary habits can go off track, leading to excessive sodium intake. High sodium intake can contribute to health issues like hypertension, heart disease, and kidney problems. And if one is prone to CKD,… Continue reading Tips for managing sodium intake during the festive season!

We will explore how dialysis patients can incorporate milk products into their diet while managing crucial minerals. Milk does not increase creatinine specifically, but protein consumption does, and milk is a high-protein food. Food restriction is explored, providing practical tips for integrating milk into a dialysis- friendly diet. When it comes to incorporating milk and… Continue reading How Good is Milk?

Diabetes and kidney disease often go hand in hand, making it crucial for individuals with diabetes to be proactive in managing their kidney health. Diabetes is a chronic condition characterised by elevated blood sugar levels. Over time, high blood sugar levels can damage blood vessels and the tiny filters in the kidneys, known as nephrons.… Continue reading The Role of Diet in Kidney Health for Diabetics