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September 10, 2014
Renal Diet Headquarters Podcast 038 – What Medications Are Used To Treat Anemia In Chronic Kidney Disease?
Podcast #38 Released on Sept 10, 2014
Send in your questions about all things related to chronic kidney disease to podcast@renaldiethq.com
I have deemed this month as a month to talk about anemia and kidney disease, how it affects you and what you need to improve your kidneys.
Last week we talked about what is anemia and how you can understand the different types and tests for it. And WHY it occurs in ESRD and CKD.
And this week we are talking about what medications are used and how often you might get checked?
So, lets get started. You need some help deciding what to do to make a difference, then listen on!
Check out my book on Anemia and Chronic Kidney Disease at Amazon: http://www.renaldiethq.com/go/author
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I am going to the AAKP national meeting – learn more at www.renaldiethq.com/go/aakpmeeting2014
I would love to meet you and I will be available to talk to you and I will have a few books for sale, I will even be doing a book signing hour!
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September 8, 2014
Kidney Dialysis Can Be Tough On Your Body
Kidney dialysis is a lifesaving process that helps replace some of the function of your kidneys, and can extend your life with kidney failure. That is perhaps the most important detail about dialysis to remember. It is also, however, good to know the facts about dialysis and what to expect if you are facing this treatment.There are many unpleasant side effects of kidney dialysis that you might have to deal with. Preparation is key to just about everything, however, and being prepared and knowing what to expect can help you through this potentially difficult process. Side effects for each person will vary, as well as the severity. Some people might have a terrible go of it, and suffer with harsh side effects, while others might not feel as bad.
Here are some common side effects of kidney dialysis:
Fatigue– Most dialysis patients report feeling very tired and fatigued almost all of the time. This could be due to blood loss, poor nutrition, or simply because your body is working so hard to compensate for the lack of working kidneys.
Nausea and Vomiting– Nausea and vomiting is fairly common with dialysis, but should be reported to rule out infection.
Infections– Especially in the case of peritoneal dialysis, infections can occur. These infections can occur around the catheter site itself, or in the peritoneum, which is the part of the abdomen where the catheter is placed. Infections should be seen to immediately.
Cramps-- Muscle cramps are common for patients that undergo hemodialysis. This may have something to do with the rapid removal of fluid from the body. Cramps typically occur in the legs.
Itchy Skin– Some dialysis patients complain of having itchy skin after dialysis. This is thought to be due to excess phosphorus in the system, which is not removed during dialysis. This is one reason why following your dietary restrictions is very important.
Dizziness– Dizziness is a side effect that is usually linked to a drop in blood pressure.
Bloating– Fluid loss, as well as the removal and replacement of fluid in the body during dialysis, can cause bloating and weight gain.
Hernias– Hernias can become a problem with peritoneal dialysis, because the catheter can weaken abdominal muscles. The extra strain can cause tears, or hernias, in the abdominal wall.
Blood Pressure Issues– Low blood pressure is often a problem with hemodialysis, especially if too much fluid is removed from the blood supply. Low blood pressure can cause nausea and dizziness, and should be reported right away.
Dialysis is certainly tough on your entire body, but despite the uncomfortable side effects of kidney dialysis, is a lifesaving treatment that can extend your life and health. As you begin your dialysis treatment, be aware of these potential side effects. It will help you to know what to expect, and also what side effects you should report to your healthcare provider to prevent any worsening symptoms or more serious issues. Remember to always ask your physician or healthcare providers any questions you have that come up, and discuss your symptoms with them regularly. They might be able to help alleviate some discomfort, and will be better able to keep an eye out for more serious problems, including infections.
Read our other blogs for more information about kidney dialysis and side effects of kidney dialysis.
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September 1, 2014
Eating Healthy Can Affect Your Renal Disease
Renal disease can certainly be a daunting issue to live with. All of the restrictions, doctors’ visits, and potentially life threatening outcomes might feel very overwhelming, and understandably so. You do have more control over your overall health and renal disease outcome than you think, though.Simply making necessary dietary changes and eating healthy can have a very positive affect on your renal disease. Eating healthy is a huge part of living a happy, healthy, and comfortably long life.
Here are just some of the many ways that eating healthy can positively affect your renal disease:
Comfort
One of the more noticeable effects of eating healthy with renal disease is your overall comfort levels. Eating the wrong foods, specifically the foods on your restricted list, can affect your body in very uncomfortable ways.
Bloating, fatigue, stomach issues, and pain are just some of the side effects of just eating the wrong things. You can avoid these and other issues by simply sticking to a strict diet and avoiding any of those foods on your restricted list.
Quality of Life
In fact, the healthier you eat, the more comfortable you will feel. A healthy diet in any situation changes your whole quality of life. A healthy diet promotes more energy, a healthy digestive system, and a happier outlook on life. Yes, eating healthier can make you happy and it can even give you more focus in your daily life.
A healthy and balanced diet also promotes a healthy weight, which not only helps you look better, but feel better too.
Prevent Other Health Issues
Quite often, one serious health issue will be accompanied by others. For example, many people who have renal disease are also likely to have diabetes, hypertension, anemia, and other related health problems.
By eating healthy, you can treat or outright avoid some of these issues. It is hard enough to deal with one chronic health issue, adding to it just makes things harder on yourself. A healthy diet promotes healthy blood sugar levels, is heart healthy, and makes less work for your already overworked kidneys.
Life Extending
Although the diagnosis can sound scary, especially depending on what stage you find yourself in, renal disease is not a death sentence.
Eating a healthy diet can extend the life of just about anyone, but especially people with chronic illnesses such as renal disease. Especially when combined with regular exercise and doctor’s orders regarding the appropriate medications, you can live a long and healthy life even though you have renal disease.
Avoiding Dialysis
For many people, the scariest part of renal disease is the idea of dialysis. Although dialysis is a lifesaving and life extending procedure, it can be very uncomfortable and have many side effects.
Eating a healthy and balanced diet can help you outright avoid dialysis or at the very least prolong your time before dialysis is needed.
You do have control over renal disease, and eating healthy is the number one thing you can do to take control. Eating healthy promotes a long and healthy life, increased comfort levels, and gives you the change to avoid dialysis as well as a host of other medical problems.
For more information about eating healthy with renal disease and a menu plan, check out my other blogs.
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August 31, 2014
Renal Diet HQ Share – Make Your Own Healthy Snacks For Renal Disease
Do you ever find yourself aimlessly looking through the cabinets? Just looking, you say. But really you are kind of hungry but don’t know what to eat, right?
http://www.marshfieldnewsherald.com/story/life/2014/08/25/make-calorie-snacks/14434647/
From the article:
On the other hand, “if someone is craving Oreos or Nutter Butter cookies, then eating the 100-calorie snack-size package is a great alternative to buying and eating the whole box/bag of that treat,” said registered dietitian Kathy Warwick of Professional Nutrition Consultants LLC. “Sometimes satisfying the craving with a small portion keeps one from eating everything in the kitchen.”
This article makes some very good suggestions about foods that you can make into 100 calorie snacks. Can you think of some good ones? In my new Positive Beginnings: A Dialysis Breakfast Cookbook, you can find many examples of muffins and other bars that work perfectly for a snack. And they are great for people with pre-dialysis kidney disease as well.
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August 30, 2014
Renal Diet HQ Share – Is there such a thing as healthy food at the fair?
It’s almost time for the state fair here in Oklahoma. I know it’s really tough looking at fried butter and saying “no”. They really do have temping things.
http://www.cnycentral.com/news/story.aspx?id=1089531#.VAEoaDKwK8B
From the article:
And when deep fried Oreos tip the scales at over 700 calories, a bloomin’ onion packs nearly a 2,000 calorie punch and the southern fried chicken donut offers 600 calories of deep fried goodness, it’s easy to over indulge. All that walking between the grand stand and the fried dough isn’t cutting it.
Yes, please. But really, you shouldn’t use the fair as an excuse to overindulge. Eat things that are healthier – I think I have seen some salads, and a giant turkey leg is better than a fried oreo. Or eat before you go and skip the vendors.
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August 29, 2014
Renal Diet HQ Share – Depression not well treated in cancer patients
I’m sure you realize that it’s easy to be depressed if you have a chronic illness.
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/08/140827203635.htm
From the article:
An analysis of data from more than 21,000 patients attending cancer clinics in Scotland, UK, published inThe Lancet Psychiatry, found that major depression is substantially more common in cancer patients than in the general population. Major depression was most common in patients with lung cancer (13%) and lowest in those with genitourinary cancer (6%). Moreover, nearly three quarters (73%) of depressed cancer patients were not receiving treatment.
I find it terrible that doctor’s don’t do more to heal us from our emotional as well as physical ailments. I have discussed the emotional toll that kidney disease takes on you and your family : Depression in Kidney Failure
If you are concerned that you might be feeling depressed, please talk to your doctor about it!
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August 28, 2014
Renal Diet HQ Share – Weight Loss and Diabetes
You might be having difficulty with losing weight and if you have diabetes, it can be even harder.
http://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/2014/aug/26/gl_dietitian_dish_082714_247332/?features
From the article:
More than likely, medications will need to be adjusted, especially when carbohydrate intake decreases. Be sure to discuss your weight loss plan with your physician and a registered dietitian nutritionist before you start to help you avoid those dangerous and uncomfortable low blood sugars.
You know it is important to eat better, after all, that is key to any healthier living scenario. But this article points out the need to adjust medications (with your doctor’s help) and consider how your blood sugar levels are affected by exercise. It feels really crummy to have a low blood sugar event, so make sure you are checking your blood sugar levels before and after exercise so you know if you have gotten too low.
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August 27, 2014
Renal Diet HQ Share – Golden Plate Awards
I loved coming across this today – it’s a list of healthy meals to eat out at restaurants. Wow! Some of these I love to eat – Like the Chili’s Margarita Chicken. Yummy.
http://www.goldsgym.com/goldenplate/
From the article:
People eat out an average of 5.8 times per week. That can really add up.
So, let me know which one is your favorite. I know that you have to find ways to eat better, and many people buy my book on Eating out with Chronic Kidney Disease, but what are you eating?
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August 26, 2014
Renal Diet HQ Share – Recommendations for overweight people with heart risk factors
Should you be referred to see an RD? If you recall a share from a couple of days ago – Doctors and Nutrition – I believe that other medical professionals do not have the necessary expertise.
http://www.foxnews.com/health/2014/08/26/new-recommendations-for-overweight-people-with-heart-risks/
From the article:
Overweight patients with risk factors for heart disease should be sent by their doctors for “intensive behavioral counseling” about diet or exercise, according to new recommendations from the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF).
Intense behavior counseling – that part of a diet that says we should really change what we eat and what we think about ourselves before the diet will ever work long term. You have to adjust your thoughts before your waistline will ever change. Trust me, I know.
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August 25, 2014
Picnic in the Park with Kidney Disease
One of the best parts of Spring and Summer is getting outside and enjoying the warmer weather. Beach parties, barbeques, and relaxing picnics are a staple of these sensational months of sunshine. So get out your picnic basket and head to the park, because the seasons are too short to be spent indoors.If you have chronic kidney disease, you might think that you cannot enjoy food like you once did, and that a picnic wouldn’t offer you many choices on what you could eat. Just because you are on a renal diet, however, does not mean that there aren’t delicious picnic choices for renal diets available to enjoy. There are many picnic perfect options that will fit right into your kidney safe diet.
Delicious picnic choices for renal diets:
Grilled To Go
A basket full of chicken has been a picnic staple for almost as long as picnics have been popular. Some delicious grilled chicken makes a perfect entree for any picnic. You can have it plain, or dress it up with low salt barbeque sauce or other renal friendly options. Or, try a delicious homemade marinade made with one part olive oil, one part balsamic vinegar and spices such as rosemary and thyme.
Pita Pockets
Pita pockets are one of the best inventions since sliced bread. You can put just about anything into a pita pocket and turn it into an easy to carry delicious alternative to a sandwich.
Chicken or tuna salad along with some lettuce, shredded carrots, and some diced celery for crunch fit perfectly into a pita pocket to take along on your picnic. For the best results on your kidney safe diet, make your own chicken or tuna salad at home using simple ingredients such as mustard, mayonnaise, sweet relish, pepper, and some green onion. When using canned tuna, make sure to get the kind packed in water that is unflavored as you want to avoid any added salt.
Wrap it Up
Wraps are another delicious and fun picnic choice for renal diets. Whether using a tortilla or flat bread, wraps are easy and the possibilities are endless.
For your picnic at the park, try this easy and delicious wrap idea: 6 or 8 medium grilled shrimp brushed or tossed lightly with low sodium Teriyaki sauce, romaine and iceberg lettuce, cucumbers, and diced red and yellow peppers all wrapped up in a piece of flat bread. For a little extra pop of flavor, squeeze a lime wedge over the greens.
Thirst Quenchers
When you are on a renal diet, you might have fluid intake limitations. Depending on the strictness of your particular diet, though, you can still enjoy some of your favorite beverages as long as you do so in moderation.
For a fun and delicious picnic beverage, try adding a few crushed mint leaves to your lemonade. The twist of mint gives the usual lemonade a refreshing twist.
Picnics at the park can still be enjoyable even when you have diet restrictions due to kidney disease. There are so many options still available as to what you can still eat and even drink. Just remember to keep moderation in mind and stick to low sodium options.
I hope you enjoyed these picnic choices for renal diets help you have a wonderful summer. If you need some help with your diet menu, check out my free offer.
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