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Having diabetes plus kidney disease requiring dialysis may seem challenging as you combine the two eating plans. Choosing lower potassium produce, limiting or avoiding processed items that may contain phosphate additives, and focusing on eating enough high-quality protein, in addition to balancing carbs are key to staying healthy. We've put together some suggestions for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks, plus tips to help with managing your plan. Find more Kidney-Friendly resources.

With rising food costs, it’s important to stock up wisely! Knowing what food choices to buy in bulk can help you stick to your eating plan while saving you time and money. That’s a win-win!

Potatoes are a staple in American cuisine, from the classic mashed potatoes to loaded baked potatoes. But have you ever thought of reimagining your favorite Idaho potato dishes? With a little creativity and experimentation, here are 10 ways you can turn your classic potato dishes into something new and exciting.

Taking a vacation and travelling by car, rail, or plane may take you away from your regular routine and affect how you can follow your eating plan. But a little planning can go a long way to enjoy your vacation while still following your eating plan and managing diabetes. Here are seven tips to get you started: 1. Bring a cooler and snacks for a road trip. Pack different types of snacks, like bite-size pieces of fresh non-starchy veggies (carrots, broccoli, celery, bell pepper); protein foods like hardboiled eggs, nuts, or low-fat string cheese; and quality carbohydrate foods like fruit

Living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and diabetes can be challenging, but one key aspect of managing these conditions is having a diabetes- and kidney-friendly eating plan. Having an eating plan will help you manage diabetes and keep your kidneys healthy.

With social distancing and mandates to stay at home, many people are having to get creative with eating and cooking more meals at home. When you're cooped up inside with easy access to the kitchen, it's easy to start grazing all day and lose the structure of planned meals. How can you enjoy snacks and still keep it healthy?

Soups and stews are a delicious way to warm up when the weather is cold! Browse our collection of our favorite diabetes-friendly soup and stew recipes for comfort in a bowl.

The Diabetes Plate is the easiest way to create healthy low-carb meals that can help you manage your blood glucose (blood sugar). Using the Diabetes Plate, you can create a meal with a healthy balance of vegetables, protein, and carbs—without any counting, calculating, weighing, or measuring. All you need is a plate! To start out, you need a plate that is nine inches across. The size of our plate is what controls the size of our portions. If your dinner plates are larger than nine inches, try using a smaller salad or dessert plate for your meals. Or, if your dinner plates have a lip or artwork