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A Kidney-Friendly Diet High in Alkaline
A Kidney Friendly Diet High in Alkaline Your kidneys help regulate your blood pH level (acid concentration) by removing excess substances that can make your blood more acidic or alkaline. Blood that has a low pH level is considered acidic
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Phosphate Additives and the Kidney Diet Phosphorus is a mineral needed to maintain healthy bones. Functioning kidneys remove extra phosphorus from your blood and prevent high levels of phosphorus that could cause damage to your body. If you have chronic
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Following a kidney diet can make a big difference in managing your kidney disease. Use these resources to help you learn more about the kidney diet.
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