How Researching CKD Has Improved My JourneyI was 2 years old when I was diagnosed with stage 2 chronic kidney disease. I am now 24 at stage 5...reactionscomments
What It's Like To Live With An Invisible IllnessHaving an invisible illness is interesting. In my experience, it has taught me to internalize a lot of what I'm feeling. I...reactions1comment
Health is Number OneThe one thing I’ve learned and am still learning while living with kidney disease is that your health should be your number...reactionscomments
Growing Up With CKDI was born with one left kidney that has chronic kidney disease. So, honestly, I've never known any different from the life...reactionscomments
Embracing Chronic Kidney DiseaseWhen I was in my teens, I honestly couldn’t care less about my health for context I am now 23. I was...reactions8comments
Going On A Trip While On DialysisOctober 24, 2019 was my 30th birthday. Two months prior, I started my journey with peritoneal dialysis. It was a very emotional...reactionscomments
How I Manage CKD While Away From HomeManaging chronic kidney disease (CKD) while away from home can be a challenge, but with careful planning and a few key strategies...reactionscomments
Reinventing Myself After My Kidney TransplantThis year in December will be 3 years post-transplant for me. There is this bizarre feeling I still have with myself that...reactions1comment
Me Versus My MedicationsThere are so many things that I believe I blocked out emotionally while coping with my chronic illness. But there are a...reactionscomments
Going On A Cruise While Taking DialysisMy son went on a 5-day cruise while he is on dialysis. When he told me that, I thought he had lost...reactions1comment
Race-Based Kidney Calculations: A Barrier That Should Have Never ExistedImagine fighting for your life on dialysis. Every moment counts as you wait for a kidney transplant. Then, you find out the...reactions1comment
Chronic Disease Day: Taking Control & Raising Awareness TogetherJuly 10 is Chronic Disease Day, when we bring awareness to chronic illnesses. Chronic Disease Day highlights the experiences of those living...reactionscomments
The Invisibility of Chronic Kidney DiseaseChronic kidney disease (CKD) affects physical, mental, and emotional health. Yet, many people with CKD often have no visible signs of illness...reactionscomments
Why It Can Be Good To Have A Positive MindsetWhat if you are told you have a chronic health condition like chronic kidney disease? What if the doctor tells you that...reactionscomments
The Importance of Mental HealthWhen I was diagnosed with a chronic health condition, I was too young to understand the importance of mental health and how...reactions2comments
My Journey with Chronic Kidney Disease: A Decade of Questions and AnswersLiving with chronic kidney disease, or CKD, has shaped much of my life, though it wasn’t something I understood right away. When...reactionscomments
Strawberry Hibiscus Lemonade MocktailWhen I created this recipe, it was a hot day of 96 degrees and the craving for lemonade was substantial. With my...reactions1comment
Sweet Heat Salmon SaladLiving with chronic kidney disease and being a chef has been one of the biggest blessings and my greatest weapon in my...reactionscomments
Ask the Health Leaders: Chronic Kidney Disease Myths and MisconceptionsIn case you missed it, check out Parts 1 and 2 of this series! Chronic kidney disease is a common health condition...reactionscomments
Honey Garlic Butter ChickenFor those who want recipes for just yourselves to be quick and easy, this honey garlic butter chicken recipe will only take...reactionscomments
