Diet & Recipes
Looking to make healthy meals? Check out these recipes and guides for eating well with different health conditions.
Interested in more recipes or diet tips? Call your VillageHealth care team.
Diabetes‐Friendly Recipes
We highly recommend the recipes within the diabetes-and-kidney-friendly cookbook developed by the American Diabetes Association and DaVita.
Healthy Eating Guide
Eating well can help you feel your best. Use this guide to see which nutrients and foods may be best for you, according to your specific health needs.
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| Tomatoes** | ||||
| Peanut Butter and Banana*** | ||||
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| Low-Fat Milk** | ||||
*Focus on "quality" carbs (e.g. vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, low-fat dairy), **High in potassium, ***High in potassium and phosphorus
Note: While beans are higher in potassium and phosphorus, they are a good protein substitute for meat. We recommend staying away from processed foods such as fast food, and food with phosphorus or potassium additives.
This chart is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice. Consult your dietitian or physician for the specific diet that is right for you as diet guidelines vary for each individual based on health condition, diagnosis and many other factors.