Fall into Kidney Health: Heartwarming Recipes & Expert Tips 🍁

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Coach Ginny Marksl RDN
October 08, 2024

Hello there! 

As the leaves turn and the air gets crisper, it’s the perfect time to nurture our bodies with warm, kidney-friendly meals and practical health tips. Today’s edition is packed with recipes and advice as comforting as your favorite fall sweater. Let's dive in and embrace the season of wellness!

30min Easy Kidney Friendly Recipes

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: Cranberry-Almond Overnight Oats

Why It's Kidney Friendly

Cranberries are low in potassium and phosphorus, and oats provide a healthy start to your day, making this an ideal kidney-friendly breakfast.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup of old-fashioned oats

  • 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk

  • 1/4 cup of dried cranberries

  • 1 tablespoon of sliced almonds

  • 1 teaspoon of honey or maple syrup

Directions

  1. In a mason jar or a bowl, combine the oats and almond milk.

  2. Stir in the dried cranberries and almonds.

  3. Drizzle with honey or maple syrup.

  4. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

  5. In the morning, give it a good stir and enjoy.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Sodium

Protein

Potassium

Phosphorus

50 mg

5 g

150 mg

90 mg

Lunch:  Warm Spinach and Pear Salad

Why It's Kidney Friendly

Spinach is low in potassium when cooked in moderation, and pears are low in phosphorus, making this a nutritious, kidney-friendly lunch.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of baby spinach

  • 1 ripe pear, thinly sliced

  • 2 tablespoons of crumbled feta cheese

  • 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts

  • 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinaigrette

Directions

  1. Lightly toast the walnuts in a skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes.

  2. In a large bowl, combine the baby spinach, pear slices, feta cheese, and toasted walnuts.

  3. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and toss to combine.

  4. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Sodium

Protein

Potassium

Phosphorus

150 mg

4 g

200 mg

60 mg

Dinner: Baked Salmon with Herb-Infused Quinoa

Why It's Kidney Friendly

Salmon is a great source of omega-3 fatty acids and protein, and quinoa is a low-potassium grain, making this a balanced, kidney-friendly dinner.

Ingredients

  • 2 salmon fillets

  • 1 cup of cooked quinoa

  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon of dried dill

  • 1 teaspoon of dried parsley

  • 1 lemon, sliced

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  3. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with dill, parsley, salt, and pepper.

  4. Top with lemon slices.

  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through.

  6. Serve the salmon over a bed of cooked quinoa.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Sodium

Protein

Potassium

Phosphorus

120 mg

25 g

400 mg

250 mg

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  • How to create balanced, renal-friendly meal plans.

  • Tips for integrating these foods into your daily diet.

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  • Expert-backed advice to ensure you have accurate and practical dietary information.

Why It's Important

Managing CKD requires careful dietary planning, and having a reliable resource simplifies this process. By following the guidelines in this book, you can ensure that your diet supports your kidney health, helping you to avoid chronic kidney disease.

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