I’ve got a confession: I’m dreadful at remembering to take my phosphate binders. And I know I’m not the only one.

It’s not that I don’t care — I do. I know how important they are. But when your meal times vary from day to day, and you’re juggling life, work, and everything in between, those little pills can easily slip your mind. Phone reminders? Tried them. But when lunch is at 12 one day and 3 the next, they just don’t cut it.

So I’m putting this out there — not just to vent, but to figure out a better way. Maybe you’ve cracked the code. Maybe you’re struggling too. Either way, let’s talk about it.

Here’s what I’m thinking so far:

🛠️ Ideas I’m Exploring

• Visual cues: Keeping binders in a small dish on the table so I see them when I eat.
• Meal-based habit stacking: Pairing the binder with something I always do before eating — like pouring a drink or washing my hands.
• Portable packs: Keeping a few in a pill case in my bag or pocket so I’m never caught out.
• Voice memos: Recording a quick “Don’t forget your binder!” message and playing it before meals.
• Accountability buddy: Asking someone close to check in with me once a day — not to nag, just to support.

But I’d love to hear from others. What works for you? What’s flopped? Let’s crowdsource some real-life solutions.

Just got a fridge magnet from my dietician — a simple reminder that phosphate binders go with meals. Haven’t tested it out properly yet, but I’m hoping it’ll help. It’s in the right spot, and maybe seeing it when I open the fridge or prep food will give me that extra nudge I’ve been missing.