The KidneyTalk® Blog is authored by Lori Hartwell and special guest writers. Posts here feature personal stories and first-hand experiences of people living with chronic kidney disease and their families.
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A diagnosis of kidney failure brings on a wave of emotions. Fear, sadness, anger, frustration, disbelief, anxiety, and depression are common – not to mention the uncertainty and stress about the future and the necessary changes in lifestyle and medical care. It is essential for the person to seek support from their loved ones, medical team, and mental health...
Tis the season to brush up on your mosquito safety and prevention. Mosquito season is here, and if you’re a Southern California resident like me, we’re gearing up for what’s projected to be one of the worst mosquito seasons following the heavy rains that we had at the start of the year. There’s nothing worse than being covered in...
Opposites attract! Hot and spicy Buffalo chicken meets the cool, refreshing flavor of cucumber in these delicious appetizer cups. Great for snacks or light meals, too.
Serves 8 (1 serving = about 2–3 ounces)
Ingredients
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons hot sauce
1/2 cup Kraft® mayonnaise
1/4 cup blue cheese...
When I was growing up, my parents wanted all of their children to have a well-balanced education. My father, an electrician, insisted that each one of us enroll in our school’s band. The instrument chosen by him for us was the clarinet. My brother and oldest sister both played for a couple of years. Then my older sister played...
Ingredients:
1 2-3 ounce Salmon Filet with skin on one side
Miso Marinade
1 cup fresh green beans
1/4 Orange
1 Cherry
1 Green Onion
2 Slices Red Onion
Directions:
Combine marinade in shallow dish, including white wine, miso paste, ginger, garlic, and sugar/artificial sweetener
Place salmon filet skin-side up in marinade for 20 minutes
Heat cooking oil on stove in skillet to medium high temperature
Remove salmon from marinade (discard...
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Don’t Go Breaking Your Heart: Five Tips to Follow to Avoid...
In June 1976, when I was barely a teenager, a song, “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart” was released by Elton John and Kiki Dee....
Chronically Happy: Joyful Living in Spite of Chronic Illness
A book that teaches one how to cope and life a fulfilling, joyful life despite having chronic illness By Lori Hartwell, who was was diagnosed with kidney disease at age of 2.
Available in Paperback at Amazon.com and, digital or eReader via Renal Support Network
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