🍉 Beat the Heat: Cool Down with CKD-friendly Recipes & Wellness Tips!

Embrace Summer Celebrations with Delicious, Kidney-Safe Delights!

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Coach Ginny Marksl RDN
June 25, 2024

Hello there! 

As we navigate through the heated days of summer, we're excited to share refreshing, kidney-friendly recipes and wellness practices. Tuesday's edition brings you cooling meals, health tips, and features designed to enhance your kidney health journey. Let's dive into the chill of summer!

30 Minutes Easy Kidney-Friendly Recipe

I made it a point to start with the most requested feature which is to serve you with quick, easy, and kidney-friendly recipes. Each recipe counts the SPPP: sodium, potassium, phosphorus and protein for easier review. Enjoy!

Breakfast: Overnight Chia Seed Pudding with Berries

Why It's Kidney Friendly

Chia seeds are packed with fiber and nutrients, and berries are lower in potassium, making this a kidney-friendly start to your day.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup of chia seeds

  • 1 cup of almond milk

  • 1 tablespoon of honey

  • 1/2 cup of mixed berries

Directions

  1. Mix chia seeds and almond milk, let it sit overnight in the fridge.

  2. In the morning, sweeten with honey and top with fresh berries.

  3. Serve chilled.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Sodium

Protein

Potassium

Phosphorus

65 mg

6 g

210 mg

115 mg

Lunch: Cold Cucumber Soup

Why It's Kidney Friendly

Cucumbers are hydrating and lower in potassium, and Greek yogurt provides a protein boost, making this a refreshing lunch option.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of cucumber, peeled and chopped

  • 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt

  • 1 clove of garlic

  • 1 tablespoon of fresh dill

  • Salt & pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.

  2. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Sodium

Protein

Potassium

Phosphorus

100 mg

10 g

320 mg

150 mg

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