CKD, Food and Good Health

There are types of foods that we can consume when on dialysis. This article shows a cross-section of regional foods from around the planet. This way you will see a diversity of diet so that food doesn't have to be boring. I hope you enjoy it. 

Mediterranean

• Lentil soup with lemon and herbs

• Grilled fish with roasted vegetables

• Quinoa salad with chickpeas and feta cheese

• Tomato and cucumber salad with olive oil and vinegar

Asian

• Stir-fried vegetables with tofu

• Brown rice with edamame and seaweed

• Miso soup with tofu and seaweed

• Vegetable spring rolls

Latin American

• Black bean soup with avocado

• Grilled chicken with chimichurri sauce

• Quinoa and black bean salad

• Mango and avocado salsa

Middle Eastern

• Lentil soup with lemon and herbs

• Falafel with hummus and pita bread

• Tabbouleh salad

• Baba ghanoush

Indian

• Lentil soup with ginger and turmeric

• Vegetable curry with brown rice

• Spinach and chickpea curry

• Mango chutney

Tips for making renal diets more appealing:

• Use fresh, seasonal ingredients.

• Add herbs and spices for flavor.

• Use a variety of cooking methods, such as grilling, roasting, and stir-frying.

• Serve dishes attractively.

• Use colorful ingredients to make meals more visually appealing.

Additional resources:

• The National Kidney Foundation: https://www.kidney.org/

• The Renal Diet Cookbook: [invalid URL removed]

• The Global Renal Diet Cookbook: [invalid URL removed]