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I had to limit my iron due to kidney issues, and my nephrologist suggested I start taking a B complex vitamin for my anemia. I’m no longer anemic, but it wasn’t severe to begin with.
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I view potatoes as wholesome carbs! They are a complete protein, have fiber, loads of potassium, and other micronutrients (not sure if that's the word I'm looking for). Keep the skin on!
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Yeah, that's a great deal! I'd go for it if I didn't already have bands!
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My stumps below the knee are very short and don't bear weight. When I stand on my knees, my balance is compromised and I sometimes fall backwards onto my butt. It seems dangerous to me to be lifting barbells that could land on me if I lose my balance.
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Resistance bands can be super cheap! I got mine from PT clinic, and they have spools of them. They just pull out a length and cut it off. I wonder if you could go somewhere that offers Physical therapy and see if they'll sell it to you, or even just give it to you.
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Thanks, I totally forgot about bands! I have a bunch around here somewhere! I'm just starting out in prosthetics and using a walker. My tibias are unpadded and very prominent. Hopefully over time I'll be able to exercise in them, but just walking can be very painful. I've only worn them 5 days, but the last walk bruised my…
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Ah! I didn't know what they were called! I do a sort of donkey kick where I also raise my opposite arm in front of me, then out. I think Supermans are like back extensions. Maybe I should get a trial membership at a gym and see what is doable and if it would be worth it!
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My PT is the one who had me do the pseudo-squat. She only had me do it the once, so I'm not sure if she decided it wasn't an effective exercise for me or what. Now that I have prosthetics I'll be starting PT again, so I can ask her then. I am pretty strong. I do use my lower body to crawl around, transfer, climb into and…
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When I used to go to planet fitness, I fell in love with the hydro massage beds. I only did the $20/month deal so my bf could come. One time I was suuuuuper sore, and he suggested I try it. I poo-pah-ed it, but finally gave in. It was incredible! I could adjust the intensity and keep it to the areas I was most sore. It…
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One of my recent favorites is Chana masala from minimalist baker. It's inherently vegan and so dang tasty! Throw in some rice or roti and it's an awesome meal! https://minimalistbaker.com/easy-chana-masala/ Another was using my bf's Peruvian chicken marinade, but I used it on firm tofu. 1 tbsp oil 2 tbsp water 1/4 cup lime…
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I had to last year. I started eating meat again, because they were really pushing protein and salt on me, but wanted my potassium and phosphates low. It was also strange to go from whole grains to refined pastas and rice! I've been off dialysis for a while now, but I think weight loss should be possible. Do keep in mind…
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I went vegan overnight in 2013 or so, but got acute kidney failure in January and was put on a renal diet. I tried staying vegan, but quickly realized there was no way to meet the protein needs without going way over on potassium and phosphorous, so began eating meat again (though I kept with my vegan toiletries and…
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Wow, great resources, thanks! I've been interested in wearing a fitness tracker, and thus far it seems the Apple Watch is the only one with a program for wheelchair users. I think it adjust for incline and terrain, even. I really want one, but it's kinda pricey for me!
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Yeah, I've heard that they're not very accurate, but it'd be neat if it gave "the gist" of where I stand (hoho!). I was just wondering if the current is meant for those standing flat-footed. The more I think about it, the readings are probably under the assumption that I have more body parts than I actually have. I'll just…
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What are sweet cubes? Mustard for sure, sometimes extra pickle juice in addition to relish, and chili paste like sambal oelek. I also make a tofu or bean based mayo for salads like this!
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I like my oats both ways! One of my favorite ways is sautéing peppers, onions, and garlic and topping my oatmeal with it, along with black beans, corn, and salsa! For other ideas, just think of toppings you might use on a baked potato!
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Yeah, when I was on a renal diet they were really pushing protein, and even salt at one point. So definitely speak with a professional who has seen your labs, as this isn't cookie cutter stuff.
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I was hospitalized for 3 months, and my dieticians were definitely pushing calories and a very specific (renal) diet, which went against everything I had been doing. It's what I needed at the time, so not condemning it, but didn't help with my figure! Then I spent a month in a nursing home where the food was terrible and…
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Great, I'll dig up my hr monitor and see what I get! It'd be interesting to do a wheelchair only day, and then a wheelchair and prosthetics day (since I've just gotten them I can only wear them for so long). My prosthetist said that one prosthetic uses 60% more energy, and with me it'd be doubly so. I think they're…
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I think it's tasty, but will always love water. Just plain water! But I think it could help people who need more flavor to hydrate. Also, if you're feeling snacky, but not necessarily hungry, the flavor might be the oomph you need to curb that craving. Makes me think of the stuff my dad puts in the horses water to…
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Hmm, I do love food, but if I start head nodding and realize it's late and I haven't had dinner, sleep wins me over every time! Ha! Maybe I'm more lazy than food-driven!
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Yeesh, such animosity! Sometimes one justa gets busy and super-focused and the only thing on the mind is the task at hand!
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I eat popcorn everyday. One, because I love it, and two, I've found it helps with constipation issues :D A piece of toast can be great, too! Spread with refrieds and salsa and avocados. Spread with hummus and topped with spinach leaves and tomato slices. Filling enough when you're peckish but don't want a full meal!
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If I have a snack and then get engrossed in something I may forget dinner, and by the time I realize it, I'd rather go to bed than eat. But then when I get up I'm super hungry and have a big breakfast :)
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No, I stopped seeing my dietician when I was taken off dialysis. And good suggestion on taking measurements! I guess maybe I'll use my original height and start by taking a couple hundred calories off. Although, what if that puts me below 1200? Would that be ok considering I have less body than the average gal? And maybe…
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Yay for popcorn!! I eat a bowl every day, and usually as the last thing I eat. I find if I have it as a midday snack I tend to forget dinner if I get involved in something, and then oops! It's 2 am and I just turn in. Late night popcorn ensures I eat dinner :)
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I like to make a batch of baked potatoes and freeze them. Then you can take one out at night to defrost and all you have to worry about are the toppings. Black beans and salsa is one of my favorites. You could also make a batch of light cheesy sauce and put over broccoli from a freezer pack!
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I became ill in early Jan, but my weight has blown up, and gone pathetically thin. Now I'm a little chubbier than usual, but from the drastic weight changes, I do notice a change in skin elasticity. Booo :(
