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 favorite Tazo Hibiscus tea already brewed (caffeine free)...reactions1comment
The Importance Of Self-Care As A CaregiverCaregiving is such an important task. But what’s more important is how to go easy on your own self while being there for the people you love. Sometimes it is...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 I’m going to refer to as 'dating.' When...reactions1comment
Kidney-Friendly Cookbook GiveawayThe Kidney-Friendly Cookbook Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! November is a busy time! There are holidays, family gatherings, and more. It is also Diabetes Awareness Month...reactions4comments
Glazed Chicken Wings, Roast Potatoes, Sweetcorn, and BroccoliThis is a meal for a day when you feel hungry and are prepared to spend a little more time in the kitchen. It is a well-balanced dish, and also...reactions1comment
Watching My Food and Fluid Intake While On DialysisI found that watching my food and fluid intake to be really important during my dialysis journey. As someone who has been on dialysis twice, once at the age of...reactionscomments
Why Do People Treat You Differently With CKD?I was talking to my son the other day and he said that there are days that he doesn’t even know who he is. The sad truth is that most...reactionscomments
Drugs and Herbal Supplements to Avoid if You Have CKDThere are over 15 million people living with moderate or advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD) in the United States. And a national survey from 2011 to 2014 showed that nearly...reactions1comment
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. You may have even been told, “You don’t...reactionscomments
One Pot Chicken With Sautéed Vegetables and White RiceI often get fatigued while living with chronic kidney disease and I think, what could I make that is not a hassle to clean up and doesn't take me hours...reactionscomments
Hemophagocytic LymphohistiocytosisIn 2018, everything was going great for me. I had moved in with my partner at the end of the previous year, I had a good job, and was just...reactionscomments
Community Views: The Biggest Challenge of Living With Both CKD and Type 2 DiabetesSymptoms of chronic kidney disease (CKD) or type 2 diabetes can be challenging to live with. But having to deal with both diseases can change your life. Research shows that...reactions4comments
Mental Health During Stage 5 CKDFor those that have read previous articles of mine or follow my Instagram account miss__ckd, you know that I am currently sitting at stage 5 CKD with a GFR of...reactions7comments
Brown Sugar Balsamic Air Fried Brussels SproutsI think everyone has at least one story about Brussels sprouts. A lot of people will say that you either hate them or love them. As a child, I definitely...reactionscomments
Salmon Stir FryThis recipe is great if you are looking for a simple dish that only takes about 30 minutes to make. This is great for those days I am feeling more...reactionscomments
Bounce Back and Celebrate Your VictoriesLiving this life with a chronic illness has taught me that I am far stronger than I give myself credit for. I have acquired the practice of showing great self-care and...reactions2comments
Aromatic Blended Vegetable SoupWe all have those days where we feel like we can't hold down our food and feel nauseous and need a pick me up. I made a soup that has...reactionscomments
How Tired Can Your Body Get With CKD?When I see my son, the first words out of my mouth are, “how are you doing?” His response is always "I’m doing okay, just a little tired." He is...reactionscomments
My Chronic Kidney Disease DiagnosisFirst off, it’s not the diagnosis that bothers me as much as being misdiagnosed and not getting treated sooner. Unfortunately, I have had several chronic illnesses for years. So, therefore...reactions18comments
Chicken and Mushroom Pie: No Mess, No FussPies have become one of my favorite comfort foods to eat. I previously bought frozen ones, but felt like I needed fresh and more quality ingredients in my pies. So...reactions2comments
