As food costs rise in Canada, many turn to cheaper and more readily available processed foods, which can be high in salt and sugar and increase the risk of chronic diseases. Researchers at the University of Alberta are studying the impact of food insecurity on the diets and kidney health of Canadian adults with CKD.  

Your participation will help inform interventions and policies to prevent food insecurity and its health implications in this population. 

Participants will be asked to complete a 3-day food record, collect receipts for two weeks’ worth of food, answer questionnaires about their food habits and quality of life, and attend online interviews with the study investigators. The total time required is estimated to be 3 hours. 

This study is only available in English and will continue until December 2026. It has received approval through the Health Research Ethics Board – Health Panel, University of Alberta (Pro00132239).