Renal Nutrition Update

High Protein Intake May Elevate Levels of Advanced Glycation End Products

May 01, 2012

Advanced glycation end products (AGEs) are byproducts of non-enzymatic chemical reactions between sugars and amino acids, lipids, or DNA.

Oral Adsorbents, Probiotics an Inexpensive Way to Eliminate Uremic Toxics in CKD Patients

April 01, 2012

Patients on a traditional renal diet often find that they are consuming a relatively "unhealthy diet," meaning the diet is low in fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grain, and dairy products.

Health Care Workers Should Promote Dietary Salt Reduction

February 29, 2012

Historically, salt has been a commodity, a preservative, and a flavor enhancer. The salt shaker has a special place in most kitchens or dining room tables.

Exercise Enhances Body Composition, Nutritional Status in Dialysis Patients

February 01, 2012

Research has shown that individuals who exercise have lower risk for chronic diseases than individuals who do not exercise.

CKD Patients at Higher Risk for Zinc Deficiency

January 01, 2012

Inflammation and oxidative stress are two etiologies that may contribute to poor nutritional status and ultimately increased mortality rates in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Interventions that can blunt or ameliorate inflammation and oxidative stress are relevant to these patients.

Soy Protein May Benefit Kidney Disease Patients

December 01, 2011

Vegetarian diets and soy as a source of protein have long been a topic of interest in the general population, and interest in this dietary source of protein recently has increased in the chronic kidney disease (CKD) population.

CKD Patients Not Receiving Dietitian Intervention

November 01, 2011

Intensive dietary interventions in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) has been controversial in the United States. It is interesting to note that even though evidence abounds on the effectiveness of dietitian interventions and government money is available for these services, patients are not receiving them.

AKI Patients Require Strong Assessment to Prevent Protein-Energy Wasting

October 11, 2011

Recent reports have demonstrated a link between acute kidney injury (AKI) and chronic kidney disease (CKD). Individuals with AKI are more likely to have CKD and eventually progress to end-stage renal disease.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Decrease Inflammation and Mortality in CKD Patients

September 12, 2011

Lower ratios of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids are better for hemodialysis patients in terms of inflammation and survival, new data suggest.

Novel Drug Could Prevent Deaths in CKD Patients

August 08, 2011

Clinical trials show that bardoxolone methyl not only maintains renal function, but improves it.

Plant-Based Diets May Need to Be Reconsidered

July 11, 2011

A new paradigm may be needed whereby plant-based or vegetarian diets are promoted to preserve GFR and maintain phosphorus homeostasis in CKD patients.

Estimating Lean Body Mass in Hemodialysis Patients

June 08, 2011

Near infrared, skinfolds, and hand-grip strength are portable assessment techniques that can be done at the dialysis center and used post-treatment.

Carnitine for Chronic Inflammation

May 10, 2011

Data show that carnitine, an inexpensive therapy with little to no adverse effects, can lower C-reactive protein levels.

Energy Expenditure in CKD Patients

April 09, 2011

Monitoring CKD patients' weight and visceral protein status is more important than estimating kilocalorie needs.

CKD Patients May Suffer from Selenium Deficiency

March 04, 2011

Supplementation with selenium with foods rich in selenium, such as Brazil nuts, has been shown to correct the condition.

Better Tools Needed for Nutrition-Related Screening

February 08, 2011

The currently available tools do not include parameters for other important nutrition abnormalities such as elevated serum phosphorus, serum potassium, and serum lipid levels.

Nutrition Important for Physical Functioning in CKD Patients

January 11, 2011

In patients with kidney disease, poor nutritional status impacts muscle and physical functioning, and, ultimately, quality of life.

Protein-Energy Wasting Could Impair Wound Healing

December 14, 2010

CKD patients, especially those with diabetes, may be at increased risk for developing non-healing wounds.

Nutritional Care Before Renal Transplantation

November 11, 2010

Eating monounsaturated fats, legumes and nuts, and high-fiber foods may be beneficial in lowering the risk of post-transplant comorbidities.

Chewing Gum Could Aid in Phosphorus Control

October 11, 2010

Chitosan gum could offer dialysis patients an inexpensive way to control phosphorus nonsystemically without adding to their daily pill burden.

No Increased Fracture Rate with Decreasing eGFR

PTH Rise in CKD Greater in Blacks

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