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Cholesterol 101: What is LP(a)?

Medically Reviewed and Written By: Kathleen O’Shea Northrup, MD Lowering your cholesterol is a well-known way to decrease your risk of heart attack or stroke. You’ve likely heard of “good” cholesterol (HDL) and “bad” cholesterol (LDL), but what about Lipoprotein(a)? Lp(a), as it is more commonly known, has been the subject of increasing research in recent […]

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How to Have a Kidney-Friendly Cookout

By: Kellsey Reed, RDN, LDN, PatientsLikeMe Contributor With Summer just around the corner, it is officially cookout season! Cookouts and grilling often go hand in hand with burgers, hot dogs, and other high sodium/high protein foods. If you have CKD, this may be tough to navigate! Choosing lower sodium and lower protein options at your

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How to Use Frozen Vegetables In Kidney-Friendly Cooking

By: Kellsey Reed, RDN, LDN, PatientsLikeMe Contributor  Frozen foods are often a taboo subject when it comes to chronic kidney disease. Many frozen foods can be packed with protein, sodium, and preservatives, like phosphate additives, making them seemingly off-limits for those with CKD. However, nowadays, this is definitely not the case! Many frozen food brands

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How to Choose the Right Salad Dressing for Chronic Kidney Disease

By: Kellsey Reed RDN, LDN, PatientsLikeMe Contributor Italian, Caesar, French, Thousand Island, Vinaigrette…there are so many salad dressings to choose from! Salad dressings are often packed with sodium, making them a less kidney-friendly choice for those with CKD. A low-sodium diet has been shown to help manage blood pressure and overall kidney health. This Spring

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Can You Eat Beans if You Have Chronic Kidney Disease

By: Kellsey Reed RDN, LDN, PatientsLikeMe Contributor  Has Dr. Google told you that you can’t eat beans when you have chronic kidney disease? If so, you are not alone! One of the most common things I hear from those with chronic kidney disease is that they avoid beans at all costs. Before you start avoiding

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How to Make a Balanced Breakfast for Chronic Kidney Disease

By: Kellsey Reed RDN, LDN, PatientsLikeMe Contributor When it comes to making breakfast with CKD, there are so many options! Cereal, toast, pancakes, waffles, smoothies, eggs, the list goes on and on. One of the most important things to keep in mind when making breakfast with CKD is to balance out your meal for better

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3 Tips for Following a Kidney-Friendly Diet with Chronic Kidney Disease

By: Kellsey Reed RDN, LDN, PatientsLikeMe Contributor   When it comes to following a kidney-friendly diet, there is a lot of information out there about what to do. But sometimes this advice is not always accurate or up to date which can lead to more confusion and overwhelm. It is always best to use evidence-based information

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How to Navigate a Restaurant Menu with Chronic Kidney Disease

By: Kellsey Reed RDN, LDN, PatientsLikeMe Contributor  Enjoying a meal at a restaurant with loved ones is a nice way to connect with others and enjoy a well-cooked meal. When it comes to going out to eat with chronic kidney disease, there can be a lot to keep in mind. Instead of avoiding it altogether,

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