About the Author
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Nina Kolbe RD, CSR, LD is a Registered Dietitian and Board Certified Renal Specialist who has been working with kidney disease patients for the past 25 years. Ms Kolbe is considered an opinion leader in the field of renal nutrition. She is the current chairperson of the Council of Renal Nutrition serving the National Capital Area as well as a board member on the Medical Steering Committee of the National Kidney Foundation, serving the National Capital Area. Ms Kolbe is on the board of the National Kidney Disease Education Program of the National Institutes of Health ( NIH) and provides lectures at Georgetown University on renal nutrition to “Renal Fellows” young Doctors choosing to specialize in kidney disease. Nina Kolbe promotes improving kidney health by implementing cutting edge research on diet, supplementation and lifestyle. Book excerpt “after working in this field for over 20 years, I am convinced and research supports this, that an early diagnosis, proper medical management, diet and a healthy lifestyle can all contribute to delay the progression of kidney disease.
Kidney Disease
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26 million Americans, 1 in 9 adults have been diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). Diabetes and high blood pressure are the most common reasons for a decrease in the workings of the kidney. Managing those conditions and providing the recommended levels of protein, potassium, sodium and phosphorus along with lifestyle changes and proper supplementation are all essential in the improvement of this disease process.
About 10 Step Diet & Lifestyle Guide Plan
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PRESS RELEASE: DECEMBER 15, 2009, 10 STEP DIET & LIFESTYLE PLAN FOR HEALTHIER KIDNEYS IS BEING RELEASED. NINA KOLBE RD CSR LD, A HIGHLY REGARDED LEADER IN THE FIELD OF RENAL NUTRITION HAS PUBLISHED HER SECOND BOOK. A note from the author: “I have been counseling patients with kidney disease for over 10 years. I strongly believe and have a proven track record to show that early detection, following the proper diet, making healthy lifestyle changes, adding anti oxidants and anti inflamatories to ones diet can help most patients avoid dialysis. With later detection my plan can significantly delay the need for kidney replacement therapy.”
The book outlines the necessary changes in 10 easy to follow steps. The last chapter is devoted to hot off the press research which also significantly improved kidney function in research trials.
About Kidney Health Gourmet
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PRESS RELEASE: FEBRUARY 26, 2010 Second edition of The Kidney Health Gourmet is being released. Over 80 new recipes have been added. Eat your favorite, Thai, Chinese and Latin foods without the worry that you are going off your diet. New sections to guide you through the supermarket choices. Select the healthiest options for canned soups, frozen dinner, there is even a going out guide. This book is is a diet guide and cookbook for people not on dialysis. The readers are educated on protein, potassium, phosphorus and sodium. Sample menus and pages and pages of delicious recipes are provided. Prolong your kidney health while eating delicious foods the whole family will enjoy.
A note from the author:”I was drawn to create this diet guide and cookbook after many patients complained to me about the lack of resources for CKD patients, not on dialysis. They would search the internet and start to follow a diet that was meant for dialysis patients. The CKD diet for non dialysis patients is VERY different from a diet for dialysis. I wanted to help educate my patients but also people who have received the diagnosis of CKD who are looking for information on diet and lifestyle modification which will help them maintain their health. The dietary advice in this book is based on scientific studies by leading opinion leaders in the field of renal nutrition.
For more videos on cooking tips, visit the Kidney Health Gourmet YouTube Page.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: My doctor said I should avoid potassium- what does that mean?
A: Your lab test may have indicated that your kidneys are not adequately eliminating the mineral potassium. A low or moderate potassium diet is indicated. This book will give you lists of low and moderate potassium foods. All the recipes in the book have also been calculated to provide a decreased level of potassium.
Q: I love tea and coffee can I still drink them?
A: Yes, research has shown that the antioxidants and polyphenols in tea and coffee can have positive effect on kidney health.
Q: I have been recently diagnosed with CKD, should I take over the counter multiple vitamins?
A: Not knowing the exact composition of your vitamins I would have to say no. The needs for CKD are different and special attention needs to be paid to the amount of Vitamin C and A in the supplements. Renal preparations are suggested.
Q: What if I have more questions?
If you have any questions about the book or the content it covers please email the author at nina@kidneyhealthgourmet.com.
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