Grocery List For Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, and Kidney Disease for Renal Diet

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    This list was created to give a one-page list of foods that could work for someone with kidney disease, heart disease, and diabetes.

    Categories on grocery list include:

    1. Vegetables (potassium <250mg/serving)
    2. Fruits (potassium <250 mg/serving)
    3. Meats/Proteins
    4. Cereals/Grains (Subcategorized into Bread, Cereals, Crackers, Grains)
    5. Dairy
    6. Frozen Foods
    7. Condiments
    8. Beverages

    Foods categories that may impact glucose levels are identified to help the patient understand how to balance both diabetes with renal restrictions.  Also includes whole grains with a designation regarding higher potassium content.

    This is my “go-to” handout for any first-encounter patient for renal diet education as it shows all the “can-have” foods available.

    No need to recreate the wheel Save time by downloading this handout from the Renal Education Library or by going to RD2RD.com

    11 thoughts on “Grocery List For Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, and Kidney Disease for Renal Diet”

    1. I recently found out I have dx stage 3 acute kidney disease and bp is so high some days on bp meds and diabetic 2 since 40. I’m 53 now. So confused about what I can eat for all three, plus I have severe acid reflux. so need something to help all and possible lose weight since I have been social security disability for 3 years

    2. Hi Lori, we know that it can seem overwhelming managing CKD, hypertension, and Diabetes. If you would like to schedule a complimentary call we’d love to help you take the guesswork out of what to eat!

    3. I have low blood pressure and am hypoglycemic and have been told by my Dr. to salt food. So what I read does not apply to me in particular.
      Can you tell me diets that is not for the mass who have CKD?

    4. Hi Ann,
      You bring up a great point, there is no one-size fits all diet with CKD. A Renal Dietitian can help customize recommendations that fit your unique nutritional needs while helping to support your kidney health. We offer complimentary discovery calls if you’d like to find out more about how we can help!

    5. Thank you for this list! It can be so confusing and hard to remember all the do’s and don’ts when I’m shopping. I can take this list along with me to help in making decisions what to buy.

    6. Hi Mary Francis, we’re so glad that this list is helpful for you and that you are able to use it as a guide wile grocery shopping!

    7. i have chronic stage 3 kidney disease ,and elavated blood pressure. I do take medication also for GERD. It is very confusing as to what i can and cannot eat/ For example, are avocados and bananas. We are trying to avoid the need for blood pressure medication as well . So are there specific foods on the list that i should stay away from?

    8. Hi Jarmila, this is a great question and we understand that balancing it all can be overwhelming. This grocery list serves as a guide for folks with Diabetes, CKD, and high blood pressure so all foods listed should be appropriate. However, each person with CKD has unique needs and circumstance. If you’re feeling lost, we recommend attending our free monthly class or schedule a free call with an expert Renal RD so you can ask a few questions and see if we can help you gain clarity and confidence on your unique nutritional needs!

    9. Hi,
      Thank you for the grocery list. However I’m confused, along with everyone else!!
      I’m obese, have IBS-D, recent stage 3 CKD and high BP.
      I think I’m doing well with checking sodium, potassium and phosphorus and staying away or keeping them low. I’m also losing weight.
      I have not yet seen a dietician so I’m sure they would be helpful.
      In the meantime can you please explain, I thought red meat, citrus, cheese, dark sodas were definite no’s as well as butter?
      Also is any fish ok? How about lettuce? I believe darker is not good.
      You have an egg breakfast recipe, why is it good with whole eggs and Spinach? I thought Spinach and yolks were no no’s.
      Thank you again.

    10. Hi Patti,
      We’re glad you reached out! Managing CKD is highly individualized, so we always recommend working with a renal dietitian to help you develop a plan that works for your individual needs. Many foods can fit in the renal diet, and knowing just how much potassium and protein is right for you is a great first step. We offer a free monthly class to help you take control of your kidney health without all of the confusion. We’d love to have you join!

    11. My doctor told me that my test results stated that I have a lot of protein in me and hardly any vitamin D.
      What foods do you recommend for me. I also have diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and neuropathy.

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