Learn how supplements and lab results connect with your kidney health. This section breaks down essential labs like creatinine and GFR, explores the role of key nutrients like iron and vitamin D, and offers guidance on safe supplementation for people with CKD. Clear, accurate information to help you and your provider make informed decisions.
Vitamin A is an essential nutrient for all living things. It provides vision, supports the immune system, and helps create protective barriers. However, some people with kidney disease are restricted in their intake of vitamin A to prevent further damage to the kidneys. This blog post will explain what vitamin A does in your body, […]
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Chances are you’ve been encouraged to eat more protein if you’re on dialysis. But in many cases, dialysis patients just can’t seem to eat enough protein. That’s when protein supplements come in. Protein supplements are often recommended for dialysis patients to fill that gap between how much protein you eat and how much protein you
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When you think of the words “minerals and kidney disease” or “electrolytes and kidney disease” what do you think of? Do you just think of sodium, potassium and phosphorus, or do you think about things like calcium, magnesium or selenium? Sodium, potassium and phosphorus are the three main mineral and electrolyte players when it comes
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It’s easy to think that grabbing any daily multivitamin at the store would better your health. However, in the case that you have CKD, this isn’t all that true. Everyone with kidney problems has different needs for various vitamins and minerals, but how do you know what vitamins for kidneys to get? There are varying
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Standing in the supplement aisle of a store can be intimidating to anyone. There’s no sign that points you to the “vitamins for kidneys” section, so how do you know which ones are right for you? There are varying dosages, different names for the same vitamins, store brands vs name brands, and the list goes
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