10 Foods to Limit With Kidney Disease (and What to Buy Instead)

If you have kidney disease, a kidney friendly grocery list of “foods to avoid” can make it feel like everything is off limits. In this video, I walk through 10 everyday foods to check more closely, what to look for on the label, and practical choices you can buy instead. 🛒 Get the printable Kidney-Friendly Grocery Guide: https://utopiahcc.com/kidney-friendly... Track your kidney numbers: https://utopiahcc.com/kidneylabs 👉 It will help you better understand important kidney-related labs, including eGFR, creatinine, urine protein, and glucose. In this Video: Chapters 00:00 A better way to use a “foods to avoid” list 01:20 Everyday foods that add sodium 02:35 The serving-size trap 03:10 Quick meals and seasonings 04:38 One label rule to remember 05:05 What the ingredient list can reveal 06:08 A closer look at packaged drinks 07:09 The “healthier” swap to check 07:43 Fruit, juice, and your potassium level 08:20 Why protein advice differs 08:53 What to remember at the store Track your kidney numbers: https://utopiahcc.com/kidneylabs 👉 It will help you better understand important kidney-related labs, including eGFR, creatinine, urine protein, and glucose. 🛒 Get the printable Kidney-Friendly Grocery Guide: https://utopiahcc.com/kidney-friendly... 🩺 MEDICAL TOOLS RECOMMENDED BY A NEPHROLOGY NURSE: Some links below are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Recommended Blood Pressure Monitor https://amzn.to/4wVOV6l Recommended Blood Glucose Monitor with App https://amzn.to/4i62SKl 📺 WATCH THESE NEXT TO CONTINUE LEARNING: 🎬The Kidney-Friendly Grocery List I’d Give My Own Family: The Kidney-Friendly Grocery List I’d Give ... Frequently Asked Questions: What foods should I avoid with kidney disease? There isn’t one universal list. Start by comparing sodium in foods you buy often. If phosphorus or potassium is a concern for you, check ingredients and portions with your lab results and care plan in mind. Are there high-potassium foods to avoid with kidney disease? Some people need to limit large servings of higher-potassium fruit or juice; others do not. Potassium chloride in salt substitutes and some lower-sodium products is also worth checking if your potassium is high or your medicines affect it. What foods should I limit if I have kidney disease and diabetes? The same sodium, phosphorus, and potassium checks may apply, depending on your care plan. Drinks deserve a closer look too: replacing a dark cola with a sugary soda is not automatically a better choice. References National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, Healthy Eating for Adults with Chronic Kidney Disease: https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-info... National Kidney Foundation, How to Plan Meals for Chronic Kidney Disease: https://www.kidney.org/kidney-topics/... National Kidney Foundation, Phosphorus and Your CKD Diet: https://www.kidney.org/kidney-topics/... U.S. Food and Drug Administration, How to Understand and Use the Nutrition Facts Label: https://www.fda.gov/food/nutrition-fa... This video is for education and does not replace advice from your own healthcare team or renal dietitian. #KidneyDisease #CKDDiet #KidneyFriendlyFoods ABOUT THIS CHANNEL I’m Nurse Magda, a Certified Nephrology Nurse with almost 30 years of nursing experience. I translate common medical concepts into plain English so you can better understand what your doctor said and make more informed decisions about your health. Subscribe for practical videos about diabetes, kidney health, blood pressure, lab results, chronic disease, and other medical topics explained simply. 🔔 Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/Utopiacaree... ⚠️MEDICAL DISCLAIMER The information provided on this channel and in this description is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always double-check physical labels on any monitoring equipment and consult with your primary healthcare provider or nephrologist regarding your personal health trends, lab values, or medical conditions.