Apples are a kidney diet winner and have been known to reduce cholesterol, prevent constipation, protect against heart disease and reduce the risk of cancer. High in fibre and anti-inflammatory compounds too.

Available all year round, and come in a wide variety to suit all tastes. Sweet, sour, dry or juicy, apples can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Baked, stewed, eat them raw, make apple sauce, or enjoy a glass of juice or apple cider. Anyway you slice it, apples are a super addition to a healthy diet.

Details: 1 medium apple with skin = 0 sodium, 158 mg potassium, 10 mg phosphorus

Blueberries have so many benefits and are high in antioxidant phytonutrients called anthocyanidins, which give them their blue colour. They are bursting with natural compounds that reduce inflammation.

Blueberries are a great source of vitamin C; manganese, a compound that keeps your bones healthy; and fibre. They may also help protect the brain from some of the effects of aging. Buy blueberries fresh, frozen or dried. They are great in salads, cereal, in baking, and super for  snacking. You can also drink blueberry juice- chilled.

Details: 1/2 cup serving = 4 mg sodium, 65 mg potassium, 7 mg phosphorus

Cranberries don’t need to be enjoyed only at holiday time. They have many health benefits and are known to aid in preventing bladder infections by preventing bacteria from sticking to the bladder wall. Cranberries also protect the stomach from ulcer-causing bacteria and protect the lining of the gastrointestinal tract, much in the same way they do in preventing bladder infections. They have also been shown to help protect against heart disease and cancer. Though they are mostly consumed as a juice or sauce you can add fresh or dried cranberries to salads and baked goods or enjoy them as handy snack.

Details: 

1/2 cup of cranberry juice cocktail = 3 mg sodium, 22 mg potassium, 3 mg phosphorus
1/4 cup serving cranberry sauce = 35 mg sodium, 17 mg potassium, 6 mg phosphorus
1/2 cup serving dried cranberries = 2 mg sodium, 24 mg potassium and 5 mg phosphorus

Raspberries contain a phytonutrient called ellagic acid which helps neutralize free radicals in the body to prevent cell damage. They are an excellent source of manganese, vitamin C, fibre, folate, and B vitamin. Raspberries also contain flavonoids called anthocyanins; antioxidants which give them their red colour and raspberries may have properties that inhibit cancer cell growth and tumour formation.

Add raspberries to cereal, salads, baked goods or puree and sweeten them to make a dessert sauce or add them to vinaigrette dressing.

Details: 1/2 cup serving = 0 mg sodium, 93 mg potassium, 7 mg phosphorus

Red grapes have several flavonoids that give them their reddish colour. Flavonoids help protect against heart disease by preventing oxidation and reducing the formation of blood clots. They also have resveratrol, a flavonoid that may stimulate production of nitric oxide which helps relax muscle cells in the blood vessels to increase blood flow. These flavonoids also provide protection against cancer and prevent inflammation.

Buy grapes with red or purple skin since their anthocyanin content is higher. For those on dialysis freeze them to eat as a snack or to quench thirst for those on a fluid restriction.  You can also drink them as grape juice.

Details: 1/2 cup serving = 1 mg sodium, 88 mg potassium, 4 mg phosphorus

Strawberries are known to provide heart protection, as well as anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory components. They are loaded with two types of phenol's: anthocyanins and ellagitannins.  Anthocyananins are what give strawberries their red colour and are powerful antioxidants that help protect body cell structures, and prevent oxidative damage.

Strawberries are an excellent source of vitamin C and manganese and a very good source of fibre.

Details: 1/2 cup serving (5 medium) fresh strawberries = 1 mg sodium, 120 mg potassium, 13 mg