Classic Chili

Classic Chili

This classic chili, with warming spices and plenty of nourishing vegetables and beans, is comfort food at its finest. You can customize it with your favorite toppings and sides. And the best thing? You can throw it all in your Instapot and have dinner ready in no time.

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Paige's Apple Crumble Pie

Paige's Apple Crumble Pie

What could be more comforting than a slice of freshly baked, warm apple pie? That delicious smell of cinnamon, nutmeg and apple filling your kitchen, bringing back childhood memories. And this recipe adds a crumble topping made with oats for extra crunch and an added dose of fiber.

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Vegetable Lasagna

Vegetable Lasagna

Sometimes when you’re needing some comfort food, nothing but pasta will do. This vegetable lasagna will satisfy that desire for warm, starchy goodness while the high veg content means you can feel good about serving it to your family for dinner. Plus, a large tray of the stuff means you’ll likely be able to squeeze more than one meal out of it. Leftovers make a great lunch the following day, or feel free to freeze a few portions for later.

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Coconut Curried Lentils

Coconut Curried Lentils

These coconut curried lentils can be made entirely from pantry staples. They are full of wonderfully aromatic spices, as well as inflammation-fighting turmeric and ginger. And they are incredibly easy to make all in one pot. You simply toast the spices, add the remaining ingredients, and simmer until ready to eat. You can serve them with naan bread, brown rice, or just on their own. They are hearty, filling, and undeniably nutritious.

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Vegetarian Diets and Chronic Kidney Disease

Vegetarian Diets and Chronic Kidney Disease

Having chronic kidney disease (CKD) requires that you be aware of your dietary choices in order to receive the nutrition that you need while being sensitive to the limitations of your hard-working kidneys. For those individuals interested in a vegetarian diet, you may have additional concerns about whether this eating pattern is appropriate for you. CKD patients often learn that they may need to limit their protein intake, as well as their intake of many other staples of a vegetarian diet, such as certain fruits, vegetables, nuts, beans and dairy products. This may lead you to conclude that perhaps a vegetarian diet is not advisable for those with chronic kidney disease. In fact, with careful planning a vegetarian diet is not only possible, but may help to retain kidney function and slow down the progression of the disease.

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