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Many dialysis patients lead a sedentary life. This lack of physical activity coupled with all the biochemical imbalances that kidney failure brings about results in several changes in the muscular and skeletal systems of the body. This results in difficulty in making some movements that otherwise healthy people make with ease. Trouble is we realize… Continue reading Muscle Stiffness in Dialysis Patients Tips to Prevent and Overcome

Sibuyas  are super foods. Consuming raw sibuyas  has numerous health benefits as they are packed with vitamins A, B6, C, and E, as well as iron. Sibuyas  are rich in dietary fibre, which can help lower high creatinine levels. They also contain a good amount of folic acid, which is important for managing creatinine levels.… Continue reading Sibuyas as Super Food in Renal Diet

We may all have encountered a family member, friend, or individual who has suffered from kidney stones, and undoubtedly they must have shared how awfully it was to experience. Apart from CKD and dialysis guests, the most common kidney issue we encounter is kidney stones. This article discusses kidney stones and their effects. This information is… Continue reading Preventing Kidney Stones: Lifestyle and Hydration

Managing fluid intake is one of the goals of your renal diet. The kidneys normally filter waste products and remove excess fluids from your body. If you have end stage renal disease and require dialysis, you may retain more fluid than normal. Not only can this cause you to feel short of breath and swollen… Continue reading Prevention of Excess Fluid in Patient’s During Dialysis

PRAL is the amount of acid that is produced in the body after metabolic digestion of certain foods but not the acidic nature of food prior to consuming for ex:- citrus, lemon, oranges and tomatoes etc are acid foods before we consume but there are certain foods which have potential to create more or less… Continue reading Protein Renal Acid Load (PRAL)

In this article, we will explore the effects of root vegetables in a kidney dialysis diet and offer some useful tips on incorporating them into your meals. Kidney dialysis is a lifesaving treatment for individuals. It helps remove waste and excess fluids from the blood, maintaining a delicate balance of electrolytes and other essential nutrients. For… Continue reading Roots Vegetables For Dialysis Patients

Living with dialysis requires more than just managing one’s physical health; it encompasses mental, emotional, and social well-being, too. Although dialysis guests focus strongly on physical well-being, prioritizing self-care is equally necessary. Here are some useful self-care tips for dialysis guests that are beyond health-related aspects and can improve one’s overall quality of life: Emotional… Continue reading Self-Care Tips for Dialysis Guests

Dialysis therapy affects the lifestyle of guests in several ways. Often, we focus on pain, intervals between dialysis therapy sessions, and fluid intake; however, many overlook the impact on the skin. Most dialysis guests experience dry skin conditions. This is called uremic pruritus. Discomfort, dryness, and itchiness can be experienced on any part of the body,… Continue reading Skincare tips for dialysis guests

Tamarind is cultivated almost throughout India. It is a staple of Indian food. Indian cuisine uses tamarind in chutneys, curries and pickles. Apart from giving your food a burst of flavour, tamarind or imli comes with a lot of health benefits as well. Tamarind is rich in vitamins, mineral, anti-inflammatory compounds, and antioxidants and has… Continue reading Tamarind is Tasty

One of the most popular hot beverages in our country is tea. Though enjoyed by everyone, tea is a matter of discussion for a dialysis guest as dialysis therapy comes with dietary restrictions and recommendations. Now the question is, is tea completely off-limit for dialysis patients? The answer is “no”. The good news is that… Continue reading Tea: Yes or No for Dialysis Patients?