Description:Kidney Pal is a renal diet tracker for people managing chronic kidney disease and dialysis. It helps you monitor sodium, potassium, phosphorus, protein, and fluids, plan kidney-friendly meals, and stay within doctor-recommended limits with clear guidance and alerts. Ideal for CKD nutrition, dialysis diet support, and anyone seeking a kidney-safe meal planner and food tracker.
Core features:
- Smart nutrient tracking by CKD stage with real-time remaining limits and gentle alerts.
- Food database and barcode scanning with renal-friendly ratings and swap suggestions.
- Simple meal planning and shareable progress reports for your care team.
Note: This app is for education and tracking and does not replace professional medical advice.
How to use:1. Download the app, create your profile, select your CKD stage or dialysis type, and set daily targets or choose a preset from your clinician’s guidance.
2. Log meals by searching foods or scanning barcodes; nutrients for potassium, phosphorus, sodium, protein, and fluids are calculated automatically.
3. Check your dashboard to see remaining limits and receive alerts as you approach them; use suggested swaps to keep meals kidney-friendly.
4. Plan your week with meal templates or favorites, and turn on reminders for water intake, medications, and lab check-ins.
5. Review daily and weekly summaries, then export or share a report with your dietitian or nephrologist for personalized feedback.