This book follows the guidelines given to me by my own medical professionals so I feel confident using the recipes and meal plans. My only concern is the size of the servings in the recipes. Come on!!! My dinner seldom consists of 1/4 cup plain white rice, 3 spears of asparagus and 3 grilled shrimp. My 2 year old grandson eats bigger portions than that. I have enough health problems as it is, that I don't want to spend the rest of my days feeling hungry with my stomach growling all the time. While I don't believe in overindulging, there has to be a better middle ground than this.
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Many of these recipes are high on the USDA's PRAL list, meaning that they are meat and dairy laden and will contribute to a high Potential Renal Acid Load. Kidneys do not like acid-forming foods. I'm giving it 2 stars, rather than 1 because there are a few useful salad recipes. But basically, the information in this book is outdated. If you really want to save your kidneys, read 'Stopping Kidney Disease' by Lee Hull.
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I found this book to be very informative for my kidney disease Stage 3. I was worried when I found out that I had it. I talked to my doctor about it to get more information. I decided to get a book on renal heath and this was the one I decided on. It is very informative on which foods are good for kidney disease and which to be careful with. I have changed my diet and I am trying to avoid salt (found in frozen dinners, soups, etc.) for my high blood pressure. I'm trying to cut out too many carbs and other additives. Be careful of GMO's. I feel well informed and I will include all the good foods but I won't go overboard and deny myself some of the foods that I can still enjoy. If you have any stage of kidney disease (especially Stages 1, 2, and 3. Stages 4 and 5 are more advanced. Please do yourself a favor and buy this book I probably won't make many of the recipes because I really don't cook too much but I will still follow the diet as much as I possibly can. Read full review
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It is nice that it gives you a 28-Day action plan to kick-start a kidney-healthy diet. It is informative on what the different substances are that one may need to eliminate or cut back on when they have CKD, why & what their roles are in our body. It lists foods to avoid and which to choose from, along with a helpful guide to a large list of foods to choose from, for a kidney friendly pantry, and a lot of recipes from A-Z, including beverages and dressings. That is good, because following a kidney friendly diet, can be a bit overwhelming. This makes it a lot easier! It gives you strategies for dining out, fast-food to different food restaurants, what to avoid, and what is better to choose from. Oh, and for the vegetarians out here, it also lists good sources of protein when following a renal-friendly diet, and recipes. From avoiding Trouble-Foods, to choices to choose from, and frequently asked questions, this is a very informative, easy to read, easy to follow, renal diet cookbook.Read full review
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Very informative to help my kidney functions along with healthy eating habits. I would highly recommend this book if you have high potassium. I have learned how to read labels in store products that have hidden salt/sugar/potassium. Hoping that it be mandatory marked on all foods.
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