Inclusion Criteria:  adults who have been diagnosed with CKD and/or have a BMI >24.9 have no additional chronic diseases or GI disorders or GI disturbances age 18 years or older no food allergies or dietary restrictions all with no contraindications to consuming anything by mouth as per their physician  Exclusion Criteria:  no diagnosis of CKD or BMI <24.9 GI disorders, diagnosed with other chronic diseases and conditions, gastrointestinal disturbances pregnant and/or lactating under 18 years old food allergies to wheat, almonds, or aversion to turmeric, cinnamon, and honey. -Dietary restrictions as medically indicated trouble chewing/swallowing as confirmed by physician