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Soups for a Kidney-Friendly Diet Jan 31, 2025

Well, it officially is still cold outside here in Ohio (and from the news, it has snowed last week in Florida, so I guess it must be cold EVERYWHERE!), and the only thing that is keeping me warm is fuzzy socks and bowls of soup! My kiddos even had two extra days off last week because it was too...

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What If Managing Your Chronic Illness Felt Different? Jan 29, 2025

Your brain may be pulling you in a million directions when managing a chronic illness like chronic kidney disease (CKD). Or maybe it’s juggling a few at once—after all, diabetes and hypertension are top risk factors for developing CKD.

There’s a long list of things to keep track...

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My 5 Favorite Snack Bars for CKD Sep 23, 2024

There’s nothing quite like the convenience of a tasty snack bar when you're on the move. However, with chronic kidney disease, it can be challenging to determine which bars align with a kidney-friendly diet. To help you out, I've compiled a list of bars that are low in sodium, potassium,...

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The Link Between CKD and Heart Disease Feb 06, 2024

February is officially here which has me itching for Spring weather and more sunny days. And if you are one for traditions, you may have been holding your breath along with me for the Groundhog to not see it's shadow and forecast 5 more weeks of winter. (Luckily, this year, we are safe!)

You may...

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Why weight loss should NOT be your resolution... Jan 27, 2024

As you continue to have enhanced enthusiasm to complete your New Year's Resolutions, please keep in mind: the one you set for yourself might not actually be the most optimal for your health.

Often weight loss goals rank among the highest of New Year's Resolutions. How weight loss is...

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Unlocking Success: A Guide to Keeping Your New Year's Resolutions Dec 28, 2023

I can't help but get all the feels during this time of year. Reviewing the year as a whole provides so much joy as I think about what I have accomplished in 2023 and all the adventures I have had with my family. If you are like me, as the new year approaches, I enjoy the process of...

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