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EPISODE 1: Intro to Celebrity Chef JJ & Stocking The Pantry With Kidney Healthy Ingredients
In this series Chef JJ will introduce himself and share his personal connection to kidney disease. He will advise viewers how to shop for kidney healthy ingredients and recommend essentials to have in the pantry. Registered Dietician and nutritionist Misty Nason will bring her expertise in renal nutrition to discuss important features of the kidney healthy diet. She will provide practical tips to successfully implement and maintain a kidney healthy diet. Join us as you will be able to cook alongside Chef JJ’s demonstrations as he brings his culinary flare to three delicious kidney healthy recipes!
EPISODE 2: Kidney Healthy Cooking Series Featuring Celebrity Chef JJ
In this episode you will cook alongside Chef JJ as he prepares a delicious kidney friendly meal (Sourdough Toast with Black-eyed Peas and Goat Cheese). Also learn from Misty Nason (registered dietitian) who will provide context and nutritional profiles of Chef JJ’s essential ingredients.
EPISODE 3: Kidney Healthy Cooking Series Featuring Celebrity Chef JJ - Quinoa Fonio Crusted Salmon With Sautéed Collard Greens
In this episode Chef JJ highlights inclusivity by sharing his experiences preparing food while also being mindful of dietary restrictions and allergies so that everyone can feel comfortable and welcome at the table. Chef JJ shares his culinary journey that has taken him to all corners of the world and how he applies these diverse experiences to his recipes. In doing so, he is able to tell the stories of many different cultures through his food. Travel along side Chef JJ as he prepares a delicious kidney friendly meal, Quinoa Fonio Crusted Salmon With Sautéed Collard Greens.
EPISODE 4: Kidney Healthy Cooking Series With Celebrity Chef JJ – Pumpkin Pancakes With Berry Compote
Adopting a kidney healthy diet can help delay kidney disease progression and improve future outcomes. Cook alongside Chef JJ as he prepares a delicious kidney friendly meal, Pumpkin Pancakes with Berry Compote. Registered dietitian, Misty Nason, will provide context and nutritional profiles of Chef JJ’s essential ingredients: milk alternatives, healthy fats, antioxidants, & carbohydrates.
A Handy Guide To Portion Sizes In Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Take a look at this handy guide to better understand portion sizes for various food groups and aspects of a kidney healthy diet, including visual size examples.
Registered Dietitian Misty Nason will begin by breaking down the recommendations that Chef Duane follows in his recipes. Then learn from Chef Duane as he makes two low-oxalate dishes: curried chicken, rice, & pineapple salad and for dessert a fresh plum compote with rice milk sorbet.
