Table Talk

It is probably fair to say the kidney is one of the more overlooked organs in the body. As with a lot of things, we do not tend to pay it much attention until it is not functioning properly. But kidney disease is more prevalent than you might think. 3.5 million people in the UK are living at risk of chronic kidney disease and it can affect anyone at any time. While kidney disease can be extremely serious, nutrition is vital in managing the condition effectively, and correct nutrition can also help prevent kidney damage in the first place.  Eating with our kidneys in mind is a very good idea. In this episode of the Food Matter Live podcast, we look at some of the most common issues with kidney disease, how diet can be used to prevent and control it, and ask: what role can the food industry play in improving our kidney health? Dr Barbara Engel, Programme Director Dietetics, University of Surrey Barbara has been a dietitian for over 25 years and has covered most areas of dietetics but, in particular, she