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Kidney Disease and Generalized Nutrition

Currently, only 10% of patients with kidney disease see a Dietitian before reaching ‘end-stage' kidney failure and requiring dialysis. Around 90% of adults don’t know they have declining function - including half of those patients that have already had a significant loss in kidney function. Depending on underlying factors that may worsen your CKD risks, making dietary changes that align with the root causes will play an important role in slowing or stopping kidney disease from getting worse. Here we will talk about generalized nutrition pointers to help protect the kidneys.Kidney Disease and Generalized NutritionNinaGhamrawi

Plant-Based Protein Sources

Protein is an essential building block for the body. It helps build cells and muscle and is important for growth and development. Animal products such as meat, eggs, and milk are naturally high in all 9 essential amino acids. This makes it easier for people who consume animal products to meet their daily protein needs. But what about people on plant-based diets like vegetarians or vegans?Plant-Based Protein Sources

Homemade Chorizo - Dietitian Approved!

Try this homemade healthy chorizo!Homemade Chorizo - Dietitian Approved!NinaGhamrawi

Diabetes-Friendly Holiday Appetizers and Snacks

If you have diabetes, it can be tricky to manage the holidays. Celebrations are usually filled with carbohydrate-rich foods and more frequent drinking that can easily throw your blood sugar out of whack. This holiday season may cause more fluctuations between high and low blood sugar than you would like. Here are some simple tips to help stabilize your blood sugar while having fun!Diabetes-Friendly Holiday Appetizers and Snacks

Healthier Japanese Ramen

Ramen in restaurants aren’t much considered a “healthy dish” in Japan. Read this article for a healthier version of ramen.Healthier Japanese RamenNinaGhamrawi

Building A Better Salad

Salads, when you keep them interesting, can be a quick, versatile and enjoyable solution to hunger. They can be an appetizer, a side, or the main meal, depending on what you add to it and the serving size. Read this article to learn how to build a better salad!Building A Better Salad

Savory Oats

Tired of the same old, oatmeal for breakfast? Add less sugar, more spice, and (of course) everything nice, and try out a bowl of savory oats for a change. Savory OatsNinaGhamrawi

Smart Snacks for Diabetes

If you've got the meal routine down perfectly, chances are that now you're wondering how to make your snacks more interesting. Here are some healthy snack ideas.Smart Snacks for DiabetesNinaGhamrawi