TODAY's KIDNEY DIET Homemade Condiments Dear Reader

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TODAY'S KIDNEY DIET Homemade Condiments Dear Reader,

Making condiments at home brings your cooking to a whole new level. Not only do you get a Today's fresher taste, but you also have the ability to control what ingredients are used (no added sugars, salt or artificial ingredients). These are just a few reasons we created our latest cookbook, Homemade Condiments.

Kidney Inside, you’ll find 14 kidney-friendly versions of your favorite condiments created by the Today’s Kidney Diet team. Slather our Spicy BBQ Sauce on ribs, add our Basil Pesto to pasta and dip your chips into our Mojito Salsa. We also hope these recipes will inspire you to get creative and make Diet some homemade condiments of your own. This cookbook also features information on sodium in store-bought versus homemade condiments, condiment storage suggestions and kidney-friendly picnic and grilling menus. Plus, our Today’s Kidney Diet: Quick Reference Guide* (see insert in back) will help you choose the ideal foods for your stage of chronic kidney disease (CKD).

We hope you enjoy the recipes and tips found in the following pages.

Happy cooking!

Your DaVita Care Team

*Consult your dietitian or physician for the specific diet that is right for you. Kidney diet guidelines vary for each individual based on factors such as stage of chronic kidney disease, treatment modality if on dialysis, body size, nutritional status, blood test results and other factors. This cookbook is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice.

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Lemon Pepper Seasoning

Recipe submitted byDaVita dietitian Sara from California. Portions: 30 Serving size: 1 teaspoon Diet types: CKD non-dialysis, dialysis, diabetes Nutrients per serving: Calories: 4, Protein: 0 g, Carbohydrates: 1 g, Fat: 0 g, INGREDIENTS Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 0 mg, Potassium: 22 mg, Phosphorus: 3 mg, large lemons Calcium: 10 mg, Fiber: 0.6 g Food choices: none Carbohydrate choices: 0 5 1/3 cup cracked peppercorns PREPARATION 1 tbsp ground coriander 1. Set the oven to the lowest temperature. 2. Wash and dry the lemons. Using a microplane zester or fine kitchen grater, remove the yellow part of the lemon peel. 3. Mix the zested lemon peel with the cracked peppercorns. 4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread out the mixture. Set baking sheet in the oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes, stirring the mixture every 15 to 20 minutes. 5. Add the coriander and place mixture into a food processor or spice grinder. Process until ingredients are finely ground. 6. Store in an airtight container or tabletop shaker. Use as a salt replacement at the table or add to meat, chicken, fish, salad or vegetables.

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Mexican Seasoning

Recipe submitted byDaVita dietitian Lynn from Minnesota. Portions: 8 Serving size: 1 teaspoon Diet types: CKD non-dialysis, dialysis, diabetes Nutrients per serving: Calories: 8, Protein: 0 g, Carbohydrates: 2 g, INGREDIENTS Fat: 0 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 30 mg, Potassium: 38 mg, Phosphorus: 7 mg, Calcium: 9 mg, Fiber: 0.7 g Food choices: none 3 tsp chili powder Carbohydrate choices: 0 2 tsp paprika 2 tsp ground cumin PREPARATION 1 tsp onion powder garlic powder 1. Mix spices together in a small jar or bowl. 1 tsp 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper 2. Store in a jar or covered container for up to 6 months. 3. Use to season meat or vegetables for tacos, fajitas or burritos.

7 REASONS TO MAKE YOUR OWN CONDIMENTS

1. Save money 5. No additives or preservatives 2. Fresher taste 6. Bragging rights (“I made this myself!”) 3. Control over salt and high-sodium ingredients 7. Makes a great homemade gift 4. Control over high-potassium ingredients

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Curried Onion and Garlic Seasoning

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Easy Dijon Dressing

Recipe submitted byDaVita dietitian Sara from California. Portions: 6 Serving size: 2 tablespoons Diet types: CKD non-dialysis, dialysis, diabetes Nutrients per serving: Calories: 94, Protein: 0 g, Carbohydrates: 2 g, INGREDIENTS Fat: 10 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 131 mg, Potassium: 17 mg, Phosphorus: 8 mg, Calcium: 1 mg, Fiber: 0 g Food choices: 2 fat 2 tbsp Dijon mustard Carbohydrate choices: 0 1/4 cup olive oil 1/3 cup unseasoned rice vinegar PREPARATION 1 tbsp brown sugar 1. Combine ingredients in a jar or small bowl and shake or stir until 1 tsp Mrs. Dash® herb mixed. seasoning blend 2. Chill until ready to serve. 3. Store leftover dressing in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Get No-Cost Kidney Helpful hint Diet Education This dressing is great served over crisp Romaine lettuce with grilled steak Learn how diet can impact your or chicken for a tasty entrée salad. kidney health during a kidney education class available in your community. Register at DaVita.com/ KidneyEducation.

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Carrot-Ginger Dressing

Recipe submitted byDaVita dietitian Joanne from Florida. Portions:16 Serving size: 2 tablespoons Diet types: CKD non-dialysis, dialysis, diabetes Nutrients per serving: Calories: 57, Protein: 0 g, Carbohydrates: 3 g, INGREDIENTS Fat: 5 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 13 mg, Potassium: 38 mg, Phosphorus: 5 mg, Calcium: 4 mg, Fiber: 0.3 g Food choices: 1 fat 1 small fresh ginger root Carbohydrate choices: 0 2 large carrots 1 lime PREPARATION 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1. Break off a 2-inch piece of the ginger root (roughly the size of your 1/3 cup unseasoned rice vinegar thumb). Rinse and pat dry. Peel and then slice across the grain into 1 tbsp + honey or maple syrup coins. Place the ginger in a blender. 1 tsp 2. Rinse the carrots, pat dry and peel them. Roughly chop the carrots 1-1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil and place in the blender. 1/2 tsp low-sodium soy sauce 3. Juice the lime into the blender; add all remaining ingredients. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth. 4. Taste the dressing. If it is too sweet, add additional lime juice or vinegar. The dressing should have a hint of tartness, but if it tastes too sour then add a bit more honey or maple syrup. 5. Store dressing in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

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Recipe submitted byDaVita dietitian Robin from Virginia. Portions:13 Serving size: 2 tablespoons Diet types: CKD non-dialysis, dialysis, diabetes Nutrients per serving: Calories: 58, Protein: 0 g, Carbohydrates: 2 g, INGREDIENTS Fat: 6 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 6 mg, Potassium: 62 mg, Phosphorus: 8 mg, Calcium: 11 mg, Fiber: 0.5 g Food choices: 1 fat 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley Carbohydrate choices: 0 1/2 cup carrot 1/2 cup onion PREPARATION 1/2 cup red bell pepper 1. Stem and mince parsley. Grate carrot. Mince onion and bell pepper. 1/3 cup olive oil 2. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except chicken broth. 3 tbsp white vinegar 1 tsp dried oregano 3. Whisk to mix well. Add broth, a few tablespoons at a time, to moisten sauce to the consistency of applesauce. 1 tsp red pepper flakes 1/2 tsp black pepper 4. Taste and add 1 to 2 tablespoons more vinegar if desired (sauce should be highly seasoned). 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth 5. Serve sauce with meat or poultry. Refrigerate leftover sauce for up to 3 days.

SALT SAVINGS

How much sodium is in homemade condiments compared to commercially prepared products?1 You may be surprised!

DaVita Homemade Homemade Condiments Store-Bought Condiments Condiments Recipes (mg sodium) (mg sodium)

Lemon Pepper Seasoning 1 tsp = 0 mg 1 tsp = 320 mg Mexican Seasoning 1 tsp = 30 mg 1 tsp = 150 mg Easy Dijon Dressing 2 tbsp = 131 mg 2 tbsp = 175 mg Creamy Cauliflower Sauce 1/2 cup = 33 mg 1/2 cup = 820 mg Garlic Sauce 1 tbsp = 37 mg 1 tbsp = 85 mg Spicy BBQ Sauce 2 tbsp = 49 mg 2 tbsp = 349 mg Meat Marinade 2 tbsp = 0 mg 2 tbsp = 270 mg Basil Pesto 2 tbsp = 7 mg 2 tbsp = 300 mg

1. The amount of sodium in homemade condiments and commercially made condiments can vary depending on the brand.

Creamy Cauliflower Sauce

Recipe submitted byDaVita dietitian Brittany from Virginia. Portions:8 Serving size: 1/2 cup Diet types: CKD non-dialysis, dialysis, diabetes Nutrients per serving: Calories: 104, Protein: 3 g, Carbohydrates: 5 g, INGREDIENTS Fat: 8 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 33 mg, Potassium: 240 mg, Phosphorus: 55 mg, Calcium: 56 mg, Fiber: 1.8 g Food choices: 1 medium- 1 whole garlic head (bulb) potassium vegetable, 1-1/2 fat Carbohydrate choices: 0 4 cups cauliflower florets 1/3 cup nutritional yeast PREPARATION 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk 1. Pre-heat the oven to 400° F. 1/4 cup + olive oil 1 tsp 2. Peel the outer layers of garlic head. Slice the tip off the garlic bulb to expose the top of the garlic cloves. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon olive oil. 2 tsp black pepper Wrap the garlic head in aluminum foil, place in the oven and roast for 30 minutes. 3. Bring a large pot of water to a boil on the stove. Add cauliflower florets Connect with the Kidney and boil until soft. Drain cauliflower and let cool. Diet Community 4. Add the cauliflower to a food processor or blender. Squeeze roasted garlic cloves from skins and add to food processor or blender along Share diet tips and recipes with with the nutritional yeast, almond milk and black pepper. Process or others in the myDaVita forums. blend the ingredients while slowly drizzling olive oil through the top of food processor or blender until the sauce is creamy. Sign up at DaVita.com/Forums.

Helpful hint Unlike baker's yeast, nutritional yeast is deactivated. If it is not available at your local grocery store, check a natural foods store or order it online.

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Garlic Sauce

Recipe submitted byDaVita dietitian Dawn from Ohio. Portions:16 Serving size: 1 tablespoon Diet types: CKD non-dialysis, dialysis, diabetes Nutrients per serving: Calories: 126, Protein: 0 g, Carbohydrates: 1 g, INGREDIENTS Fat: 14 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 37 mg, Potassium: 13 mg, Phosphorus: 4 mg, Calcium: 5 mg, Fiber: 0 g Food choices: 3 fat 1 garlic head (bulb) Carbohydrate choices: 0 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice PREPARATION 1 cup olive oil 1. Separate and peel the garlic cloves. Place cloves, salt, lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in the base of a blender. 2. While blending, slowly pour in the remaining olive oil in a thin stream. TM Mixture will become thick and white like a salad dressing. Access DaVita Diet Helper 3. Store in a covered glass jar for up to 2 weeks. Easily make shopping lists, plan menus and track your daily 4. Add this sauce to stove-top cooked, baked and grilled foods, or as an nutrition goals. ingredient in soups, stews and casseroles. Sign up at DaVita.com/ MealPlanning. Helpful hint Use a blender or immersion blender for best results.

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Recipe submitted byDaVita dietitian Beverly from Georgia. Portions: 16 Serving size: 2 tablespoons Diet types: CKD non-dialysis, dialysis, diabetes Nutrients per serving: Calories: 38, Protein: 0 g, Carbohydrates: 5 g, INGREDIENTS Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 49 mg, Potassium: 30 mg, Phosphorus: 4 mg, Calcium: 2 mg, Fiber: 0.1 g Food choices: 1/2 fat 2 tbsp canola oil Carbohydrate choices: 0 1 tbsp all-purpose white flour 1/4 cup onion PREPARATION 1/4 cup dark corn syrup 1. In a medium sauce pan, stir oil and flour together to make a paste. 1/4 cup tarragon vinegar 2. Chop onion. 1 cup water 3. Add all remaining ingredients. 2 tsp dry mustard 4. Cook the mixture on low heat until it thickens. 2 tbsp tomato paste 1 tsp Tabasco® sauce 5. Brush sauce on baked or grilled meat. 1 tsp Kitchen Bouquet® seasoning 1/4 tsp salt

SUMMER MENUS WITH CONDIMENT PAIRINGS

Build the perfect summer picnic and grilling menus by pairing your favorite homemade condiment recipes with other kidney-friendly recipes available on DaVita.com.

Summer Picnic Menu Summer Grilling Menu

Sweet and Tangy Oven-Fried Chicken Cream Cheesy Burgers Pair with Spicy BBQ Sauce Pair with Curried Onion Garlic Seasoning Cucumber Sandwiches Lemon Marinated Chicken Pair with Lemon Pepper Seasoning Pair with Lemon Pepper Seasoning Pimento Cream Cheese Sandwiches Mustard Seed Rubbed Pork Tenderloin Pair with Mexican Seasoning Pair with Pickled Mustard Seed Lemony Couscous Salad with Cranberries Grilled Summer Squash Pair with Basil Pesto Pair with Basil Pesto Macaroni Salad Mexican Street Corn Pair with Pickled Mustard Seed Pair with Mexican Seasoning Fruit Salad Slaw Summer Salad Pair with Mojito Salsa Pair with Easy Dijon Dressing Garden Vegetable Salad No Need to Knead Garlic Bread Pair with Carrot-Ginger Dressing Deviled Eggs Pair with Garlic Sauce Pair with Garlic Sauce

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Meat Marinade

Recipe submitted byDaVita dietitian Lynn from Minnesota. Portions: 8 Serving size: 2 tablespoons Diet types: CKD non-dialysis, dialysis, diabetes Nutrients per serving: Calories: 82, Protein: 0 g, Carbohydrates: 0 g, INGREDIENTS Fat: 9 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 0 mg, Potassium: 10 mg, Phosphorus: 1 mg, Calcium: 3 mg, Fiber: 0 g Food choices: 2 fat 3 garlic cloves Carbohydrate choices: 0 1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 cup red wine PREPARATION 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1. Mince the garlic. 1 tsp dried oregano 2. Place all ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. 1/8 tsp black pepper 3. Pour over meat of choice. Refrigerate meat while marinating, up to 24 hours.

Helpful hint Add your favorite herbs and spices to change the marinade flavor.

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Basil Pesto

Recipe submitted by DaVita dietitian Brittany from Virginia. Portions: 12 Serving size: 2 tablespoons Diet types: CKD non-dialysis, dialysis, diabetes Nutrients per serving: Calories: 122, Protein: 4 g, Carbohydrates: 4 g, INGREDIENTS Fat: 10 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 7 mg, Potassium: 158 mg, Phosphorus: 99 mg, Calcium: 18 mg, Fiber: 1.3 g Food choices: 1 medium- 2 cups fresh basil leaves potassium vegetable, 2 fat Carbohydrate choices: 0 2/3 cups nutritional yeast 3 cloves garlic PREPARATION 1 tbsp lemon juice 1. Add all ingredients, except flax and olive oil, to food processor. 1 tsp black pepper 2. Combine the oils and pour into food processor through the top to 1 cup pine nuts emulsify while blending the ingredients. 2 tbsp flax oil 3. Store pesto in a jar or covered container until ready to use as a 2 tbsp olive oil marinade, salad dressing or pasta sauce. Refrigerate for up to 1 week.

Helpful hint • If flax seed oil is unavailable, increase the olive oil to 4 tablespoons. • Unlike baker's yeast, nutritional yeast is deactivated. If it is not available at your local grocery store, check a natural foods store or order it online.

Pickled Mustard Seed

Recipe submitted byDaVita dietitian Nicole from Virginia. Portions:16 Serving size: 1 tablespoon Diet types: CKD non-dialysis, dialysis, diabetes Nutrients per serving: Calories: 21, Protein: 1 g, Carbohydrates: 2 g, INGREDIENTS Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 74 mg, Potassium: 33 mg, Phosphorus: 26 mg, Calcium: 9 mg, Fiber: 0.4 g Food choices: none 1/2 cup yellow mustard seeds Carbohydrate choices: 0 3/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup water PREPARATION 1/2 tsp salt 1. Place the mustard seeds, vinegar and water in a bowl and soak for 1 3/4 tsp turmeric hour to overnight. The seeds will swell up and become more pungent 1 tbsp honey and flavorful the longer they soak. 2. Place the soaked mustard seeds in a saucepan and add the salt, turmeric and honey. Cook on medium until the mixture starts to bubble and turn down to medium-low heat. Continue to stir often and cook for another 15 minutes. Add a little more vinegar if the mixture gets too thick. 3. Take off the heat and cool. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Helpful hint Use Pickled Mustard Seed instead of mustard on sandwiches and burgers.

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STORAGE SUGGESTIONS FOR HOMEMADE CONDIMENTS Because homemade condiments do not have preservatives (like most store-bought condiments), they typically don’t last as long.

Here are some general guidelines for storing your homemade condiments.

• Curry or cream sauces: refrigerate up to 4 days • Barbecue sauce: refrigerate up to 5 days • Pesto: refrigerate up to 5 to 7 days • Salad dressing with fresh produce or dairy ingredients: refrigerate up to 1 week • Salsa: refrigerate up to 1 week • Vinaigrette salad dressing: refrigerate up to 2 weeks • Seasoning blends: store in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark place (pantry or drawer) up to 6 months

MEAL IDEAS FOR YOUR HOMEMADE CONDIMENTS

Lemon Pepper Seasoning (p. 3) Chimichurri Sauce (p. 9) Basil Pesto (p. 15) • Sprinkle on cooked chicken • Serve with grilled beef or pork. • Toss with your favorite pasta. or fish. • Use as a salad dressing. • Top salmon or cod before or • Add to cooked vegetables Creamy Cauliflower Sauce (p. 10) after baking. and salads. • Toss with pasta, spaghetti Pickled Mustard Seed (p. 16) Mexican Seasoning (p. 4) squash or other spiral-cut • Add to sandwiches and burgers. • Use in chili, taco and fajita veggies. • Add to boiled eggs or salad recipes. • Serve as a sauce for shrimp dressing. • Add to grilled corn and squash. or fish. Pickled Red Onions (p. 18) Curried Onion and Garlic Garlic Sauce (p. 11) • Serve with burgers or Seasoning (p. 5) • Spread on your favorite rustic grilled meat. • Fill up a table-top shaker for bread or rolls. • Add to coleslaw or salad. everyday seasoning. • Add to cooked vegetables. Mojito Salsa (p. 19) • Use as a dry rub on poultry Spicy BBQ Sauce (p. 13) • Serve with unsalted tortilla chips. or meat. • Use on grilled chicken, burgers • Use as a taco topping. Easy Dijon Dressing (p. 6) or ribs. • Add to any salad. • Use as a dipping sauce or add • Use as a marinade for to pasta salad. vegetables or chicken. Meat Marinade (p. 14) Carrot-Ginger Dressing (p. 7) • Use to marinate meat or poultry. • Add to any salad. • Add your favorite spices to • Use as a dipping sauce for raw make a salad dressing. veggies or chicken strips.

Pickled Red Onions

Recipe submitted byDaVita dietitian Corilee from California. Portions: 8 Serving size: 1/4 cup Diet types: CKD non-dialysis, dialysis, diabetes Nutrients per serving: Calories: 64, Protein: 0 g, Carbohydrates: 16 g, INGREDIENTS Fat: 0 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 2 mg, Potassium: 46 mg, Phosphorus: 9 mg, Calcium: 8 mg, Fiber: 0.4 g Food choices: 1/2 high-calorie 1 large red onion Carbohydrate choices: 1 2 whole cloves 1 cup white vinegar PREPARATION 1/2 cup fresh lime juice 1. Pour boiling water over thinly sliced onions and drain. 1/2 cup cup sugar 2. Place onion slices and 2 whole cloves into 1 large or 2 small glass jars. 3. In a saucepan, mix the vinegar, lime juice and sugar and simmer until sugar is dissolved. Pour mixture over onions in the glass jars and seal. 4. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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Mojito Salsa

Recipe submitted byDaVita dietitian Jackie from Virginia. Portions:8 Serving size: 1/4 cup Diet types: CKD non-dialysis, dialysis Nutrients per serving: Calories: 27, Protein: 0 g, Carbohydrates: 7 g, INGREDIENTS Fat: 0 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 1 mg, Potassium: 86 mg, Phosphorus: 11 mg, Calcium: 8 mg, Fiber: 0.6 g Food choices: 1/2 low-potassium fruit 1 cup fresh strawberries Carbohydrate choices: 1/2 1/2 cup cucumber 1/2 cup grapes PREPARATION 1 cup watermelon 1. Wash and dice strawberries, cucumber and grapes. Dice watermelon. 10 mint leaves Shred mint leaves. 1 lime 2. Combine fruit and cucumbers in a bowl. Zest the lime over the fruit. 1 tbsp honey Cut the lime in half and juice into a small bowl. Add the honey and mix well. 3. Stir fruit with lime mixture, or if using a processor, pulse until coarsely chopped. Mix in mint leaves. 4. Refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight before serving. Get Kidney Diet Tips Learn more about nutrition and Helpful hint the kidney diet from DaVita dietitians on the Kidney Diet Serve with unsalted tortilla or pita chips. Tips blog.

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Stage 5 End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Foods Stages 1-2 CKD Stages 3-4 CKD In-center Hemodialysis, Home Hemodialysis (HHD) and Peritoneal Dialysis (PD)

Limit to 1/2 cup per day or amount decided All types of dialysis: Limit to 1/2 cup per day or amount decided with Non- and low-fat dairy Include with your dietitian your dietitian

Poultry, seafood, lean red meats, eggs, egg whites Include; avoid excess Include; avoid excess All types of dialysis: Increase or meatless protein sources

All types of dialysis: Include; make lower phosphorus whole-grain Grains, pasta and rice (whole and other grains) Include Include choices; be aware some whole grains are high in potassium In-center Hemodialysis: Include; select lower potassium choices and Include; change types and amount if potassium Fruits and vegetables Include limit portions. HHD and PD: Include; change types and amount if from blood test is high potassium from blood test results is high or low Serving size and how often depends on potassium All types of dialysis: Serving size and how often depends on blood Legumes (beans, lentils, peas) Include and phosphorus blood test results test results

Serving size and how often depends on potassium All types of dialysis: Very limited; avoid if potassium and phosphorus Seeds and nuts Include and phosphorus blood test results are high; serving size and how often depends on blood test results

Healthy fats (vegetable, canola, flax and olive oil; Include Include All types of dialysis: Include omega-3 fatty acids)

Unhealthy fats (saturated fat, trans fats) Limit or avoid Limit or avoid All types of dialysis: Limit or avoid

Herbs and spices Include Include All types of dialysis: Include

Salt, soy sauce, salty seasonings Limit or avoid Limit or avoid All types of dialysis: Limit or avoid

Sweets/sugary foods and drinks Limit Limit All types of dialysis: Limit

Phosphate additives Avoid Avoid All types of dialysis: Avoid

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