Nutrition plays an important role with polycystic kidney disease (PKD), as well as for overall health. Regardless of how long you have been living with PKD, we are always looking for foods to include in our diet. In this month’s blog by registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator Emily Campbell, she reviews the top foods for PKD.
What is the "gut-kidney axis," and why is it important with PKD? In this month’s nutrition blog, registered dietitian Emily Campbell reviews what the "gut-kidney axis" is, and foods to include in your diet with PKD.
The video recording from our March webinar on the topic of Nutrition and PKD is now available on our YouTube channel! This fun and informative webinar featured a cooking demonstration of a recipe from our new PKD cookbook, Love Your Kidneys.
We are proud to introduce this PKD nutrition resource, which is the first of its kind in Canada. Tailored to enhance patient care and nutrition education, this invaluable guide addresses the unique dietary needs associated with PKD. Providing expert insights and practical advice, it empowers individuals to make informed choices for their well-being. This booklet is a significant step toward improved understanding and support for those navigating the challenges of PKD.
Have you ever wondered how to make a recipe more kidney-friendly? Look no further; we’ve got you covered. In this month’s blog, registered dietitian Emily Campbell reviews how to modify recipes for polycystic kidney disease and kidney health.
In this month’s blog, Emily Campbell, a registered dietitian, dives into the facts about fats and PKD. Not all sources of dietary fat are considered equal. And some can increase cholesterol levels, which leads to cardiovascular disease. Cardiovascular disease is common with PKD, so protecting the heart and kidneys is important.
The new year is finally here, and it’s the perfect time to set intentions for 2024. In this month’s blog, Emily Campbell, a registered dietician, reviews strategies for success when setting health and nutrition goals to manage PKD.
The holidays can be an exciting time filled with celebrations and food. But you may also be wondering how you can stay on track with your nutrition habits during this busy time. In this month’s blog, Emily Campbell, a registered dietitian, reviews strategies for navigating the holidays with PKD.
Registered Dietician Emily Campbell demonstrated this delicious and PKD-friendly Kale and Chickpea Caesar Salad recipe at our 2023 PKD Summit on November 17, 2023. Make the recipe yourself with these ingredients and instructions.
In this month’s blog post, Emily Campbell, a registered dietitian, writes about sugars and PKD. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, so what better way than to think about sugar sources and the connection with PKD?