Renal Diet Cookbook: The Low Sodium, Low Potassium, Healthy Kidney Cookbook

When my grandmother was diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), we were faced with the challenge of completely revamping her diet. In search of guidance and delicious recipe ideas, I came across this CKD Diet Cookbook, and it has truly been a game-changer for us.This cookbook has provided us with a plethora of valuable information and practical suggestions to ensure my grandmother stays on track with her new dietary requirements. The book offers a wide range of recipe ideas that are specifically tailored to meet the needs of individuals with CKD. It has been an invaluable resource, helping us navigate the complexities of her dietary restrictions while keeping her health and well-being in focus.One of the standout features of this cookbook is its ability to provide creative and delicious alternatives within the limitations of a CKD diet. The recipes are not only nutritious but also packed with flavor, making it easier for my grandmother to adhere to her dietary restrictions without feeling deprived. It offers a variety of options for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and even snacks, ensuring that we have a diverse and enjoyable meal plan for her.What sets this cookbook apart is its emphasis on health and nutrition. It goes beyond just providing recipes; it offers valuable insights into the nutritional aspects of CKD and helps us make informed choices. The book educates us about ingredients, portion sizes, and nutrient composition, enabling us to make conscious decisions when planning meals for my grandmother. This knowledge has empowered us to take control of her dietary needs and ensure she receives the proper nutrition while managing her CKD.Additionally, the cookbook is well-organized and user-friendly. The recipes are easy to follow, with clear instructions and ingredient lists. It caters to different tastes and dietary preferences, providing options for various dietary restrictions or personal preferences.Since incorporating recipes from this CKD Diet Cookbook into my grandmother's meals, we have noticed significant improvements in her overall health and well-being. Not only has it helped us maintain her CKD diet, but it has also introduced us to a world of delicious and wholesome dishes that we all enjoy.In conclusion, this CKD Diet Cookbook has been an invaluable resource for our family as we navigate the challenges of managing my grandmother's CKD through dietary changes. It has provided us with an abundance of practical and delicious recipe ideas, ensuring that she stays on track while still enjoying her meals. The emphasis on health, the user-friendly format, and the wealth of information make it an essential tool for anyone facing similar dietary challenges. I highly recommend this cookbook to anyone seeking guidance, inspiration, and support in maintaining a CKD-friendly diet.

Not only does this cookbook have food recipes, but it also has recipes for kidney-healthy seasonings, dressings, sauces, and stocks. I would most definitely recommend this cookbook for anyone who just got diagnosed with CKD since it also includes so many tips with its shopping lists and meal plans.

I haven't really tried any other recipes yet but I can tell you they seem pretty simple. The only problem is there are no pictures if I had known that I probably would not have purchased it.

I had no idea that such products as Ener-g Baking Powder and Ener-g Baking Soda existed which are so useful to CKD patients. I found a few good recipes. There are food charts that help one to balance phosphorus and potassium in the diet and in cooking. It doesn't stop here. You can then adapt your own cooking and favorite recipes based on the information provided. Food doesn't have to be bland. I've read several books for renal diets and some were very contradictory and confusing. This book was very helpful and I highly recommend it.

The recipes are good, but the organization is horrible.The book sets out meal plans, but rather putting the recipes in order by each week, or telling you what page to find the recipes on in the meal plan chart, you must look in the index.The book also suffers from incomplete instructions. Recipes including couscous for example, have no information on how to prepare the couscous. I had to look that up online.This book also commits what I consider a cardinal sin of many cookbooks; it fails to identify the recipes that go with the photos.I do like that it includes per-serving nutritional information and a weekly shopping list. A ring binder would also have been nice as well, as it's hard to hold the book open when trying to follow recipes.As I said, though, the recipes I've tried so far have been tasty, and most are easy, so that alone is worth 3 stars.

I purchased this book when my a family member was diagnosed with kidney failure and began dialysis. We knew nothing about a renal diet and this book is a must-have. The recipes are super easy and short with few ingredients and no complicated directions. Our family member had not done much cooking so it was very much appreciated. Each recipe includes number of calories and amounts of potassium, phosphorous, protein, sodium, fat, etc. The book starts out with clear and concise information regarding what bodily function each nutrient is needed for and the approximate range a person on dialysis should stay within which was extremely helpful. The book also includes a 28 day menu plan for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as snacks. The menus use the recipes in the book and include shopping lists for each week. For each day if you use the recipes and/or menus you just have to add the amounts listed at the end of the recipes to calculate the levels for each nutrient. There are even a number of seasoning mixes you can put together and have available for delicious and gourmet tasting culinary delights. So simple, yet very inexpensive!

Excellent item outstanding

Good cooking information