June 2025 Patient Education Kit: Food Insecurity in Dialysis
Food Insecurity in Dialysis
Food insecurity is a pressing issue in dialysis care. Between rising grocery costs and the high price of treatments and medications, it’s not always easy to keep the pantry stocked with kidney-friendly foods. For many patients—especially younger adults—the struggle goes beyond meal planning. It impacts treatment adherence, nutrition status, and overall health.
A recent 2025 study found that 22% of adults on in-center hemodialysis reported food insecurity. These patients were more likely to miss dialysis sessions and had a three-fold higher risk of fluid or electrolyte-related hospitalizations.
As a renal dietitian, you play a crucial role in helping patients navigate these challenges.
That’s why we created this month’s Kidney-Friendly on a Budget education kit—designed to give you simple, impactful tools that support nutrition education and address food access head-on.
What's Included in June 2025 Patient Education Kit:
This kit was built to support you in busy clinic settings while meeting your patients where they are. Whether they’re shopping at dollar stores or navigating food banks, these resources make kidney-friendly eating feel more realistic and empowering.
From smart shopping guidance to visual tools and interactive games, everything is designed to help patients feel confident and supported when resources are limited.
And yes—we’ve added a patient favorite! You’ll also get our Dollar Store Meal Plan for Dialysis, filled with easy, no-fuss recipes like White Bean & Tuna Salad with Crackers and Egg & Black Bean Tacos.
Help empower your patients to make informed, budget-friendly nutrition choices—starting today!
“Smash Hunger” Bulletin Board 🛒
Quick to set up—just print and paste. This Hulk-themed bulletin board raises awareness about food insecurity and offers tips for affordable, kidney-safe shopping.“Kidney-Friendly Dollar Store Finds” Handout 🥫
This visual guide shows which low-cost foods are kidney-safe and which ones to avoid. Comes in English and Spanish.“Kidney-Smart Pantry Picks” Word Search Game 🧩
A fun, interactive game to reinforce learning through active engagement.Bonus 1.5 CPE: Addressing Food Insecurity in Dialysis Patients
Free for library members!
To get this Food Insecurity June 2025 Patient Education Kit, and all of the other amazing resources we have created for nephrology professionals, join the Renal Education Library TODAY!
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