Sara Dougherty Blog

The Link Between CKD and Heart Health: Nutrition Tips for Both

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and heart health are deeply interconnected. The kidneys and heart work together to regulate blood pressure, remove waste, and maintain overall balance in the body. When kidney function declines, it puts extra strain on the heart,...

How the Carnivore Diet Supports Hormonal Balance

Hormonal balance plays a critical role in your overall health, influencing everything from your mood and energy levels to weight management and reproductive health. Unfortunately, modern diets—laden with processed foods, sugars, and seed oils—can throw your hormones out of sync,...

The Importance of Eating Nose-to-Tail for Maximum Nutrition

The Carnivore Diet often focuses on steaks and muscle meats, but there’s far more to an animal than just the prime cuts. Eating nose-to-tail—consuming every edible part of the animal—has been practiced for centuries and is the key to maximizing...

Kidney-Friendly Holiday Recipes: Staying Healthy During Celebrations

Introduction The holiday season is filled with delicious foods and tempting treats, but for individuals with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), navigating these festive meals can be challenging. Traditional holiday dishes are often high in sodium, potassium, and phosphorus, which can...

Fats You Need to Thrive: Why They’re Essential on the Carnivore Diet

Introduction The Carnivore Diet flips conventional wisdom about fat on its head. Instead of fearing fat, this lifestyle celebrates it as an essential macronutrient for energy, hormonal balance, and overall health. In this article, we’ll explore the critical role fats...

CKD and Bone Health: How Diet Can Strengthen Your Bones

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) affects more than just your kidneys—it can also weaken your bones over time. When kidney function declines, the body struggles to balance calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin D levels, leading to bone disorders such as renal osteodystrophy....