Sour Cherries, Gout and Kidney Disease
Sour cherries are one of my favourite fruits to eat when they are in season! I have always liked the slight tart taste of sour …
Can I Drink Coffee if I have Kidney Disease?
There is quite a lot of debate surrounding the health effects of coffee, one minute we’re being told coffee is good for us and the …
What is TMAO? & what does it have to do with the Kidneys?
Today I wanted to discuss a lesser-known compound that has been linked to the development and progression of kidney disease, cardiovascular disease and diabetes, among …
How to Read Food Labels
Maintaining a kidney-friendly diet really is the cornerstone of improving your kidney health but working out exactly what is contained in your food can be …
Taurine & its Role in Chronic Renal Disease
What is Taurine? Taurine is a semi-essential, sulfur-containing amino acid, it is called semi-essential as it can be synthesized from other sulfur-containing amino acids such …
The Role of Vitamin C in Chronic Kidney Disease
Vitamin C is one of the most talked-about vitamins. The nutrient gets special buzz for its immune-boosting potential but plugging vitamin C’s ability to shorten …
What You Need to Know About ANCA Vasculitis
Despite the fact that autoimmune diseases are on the rise worldwide, getting an accurate diagnosis can still be a lengthy and frustrating process. ANCA vasculitis …
The Many Amazing Health Benefits of Okra
Today I wanted to talk to you about one of my most favorite vegetables… okra. Whist, it isn’t a staple vegetable in many people’s refrigerators, …
Medicinal Mushrooms and Their Therapeutic Effects
You may have heard that medicinal mushrooms are great for our immune system, but did you know that they can also help maintain a healthy …
Protein & Kidney Disease… Do I need it?
Protein requirements tend to cause confusion in most people but for those with kidney disease the confusion can be even greater. Do people with kidney …