AAKP HealthLine: The Essential Role of Diet in Supporting Kidney Health

March is National Kidney Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the silent killer that affects nearly 40 million Americans. Living with kidney disease requires careful attention to food and nutrition, as they play a crucial role in overall health and disease management. Understanding what foods are suitable for individuals with kidney disease is essential for effective management of this condition and may vary based on stage of kidney disease, current treatment option, and other co-related health conditions an individual has. In this HealthLine webinar, we provide guidance to help you navigate the complexities of dietary modifications and plan for your specific nutritional needs. Join us as we raise awareness in all things kidney this month and empower you to take control of your health.
Moderator:
Jerome Bailey
Director of Patient Engagement and Advocacy
American Association of Kidney Patients
Speakers:
Annamarie Rodriguez, RDN, LD, FAND
Owner, Nutrition Directions LLC
Employed by Pentec Health
Janice Starling-Williams
AAKP Ambassador
Kidney Transplant Recipient
As the oldest and largest, independent kidney patient organization in the U.S. - AAKP is dedicated to improving the lives and long-term outcomes of kidney patients through education, advocacy, patient engagement, and the fostering of patient communities. AAKP fights for early disease detection and the appropriate diagnosis of rare/genetic conditions; increased kidney transplantation and pre-emptive transplantation; full patient choice of either in-center or home dialysis; protection of the patient/physician relationship; promotion of research and innovation including artificial implantable and wearable kidneys; and the elimination of barriers for patient access to available treatment options. Learn more at www.aakp.org.