DASH-style Diet Effective in Preventing, Delaying CKD Progression
A diet emphasizing fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can lower blood pressure, decrease the albumin excretion rate, and reduce the risk of kidney stones.
All articles by Alison Steiber, PhD, RD, LD
High Protein Intake May Elevate Levels of Advanced Glycation End Products
Advanced glycation end products (AGEs) are byproducts of non-enzymatic chemical reactions between sugars and amino acids, lipids, or DNA.
Oral Adsorbents, Probiotics Inexpensive Way to Eliminate Uremic Toxins in CKD
Patients on a traditional renal diet often find that they are consuming a relatively “unhealthy diet,” meaning a diet low in fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grain, and dairy.
Health Care Workers Should Promote Dietary Salt Reduction
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
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
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
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
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
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
Lower ratios of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids are better for hemodialysis patients in terms of inflammation and survival, new data suggest.
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