Grissim Clark Connery, MS, RD, Author at Renal and Urology News

High-protein foods have increased levels of purines that may contribute to a gout flare.

When Deciding Dietary Restrictions, Assess Uric Acid Levels

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March 1, 2013

Foods that may increase gout flare risk are also dietary factors that may promote further kidney decline in individuals with CKD stages 3-5.

Carbohydrate control may be one dietary intervention to improve the TG/HDL ratio.

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Managing Dyslipidemia in CKD can Decrease Risk of Cardiovascular Events

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Grissim Clark Connery, MS, RD

February 1, 2013

Dyslipidemia often is a concern in patients with CKD because mortality in this population typically is the result of cardiovascular complications.

Plant-based diets offer a number of health benefits beyond calorie density alone.

Nutrition

Increased Intake of Fruits, Vegetables Lowers Dietary Acid Load

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Grissim Clark Connery, MS, RD

January 1, 2013

Age and physical activity have profound effects on the accrual and retention of lean body tissues, but a range of nutritional factors can influence this process.

Men with CKD may be able to boost testosterone levels by exercising.

Nutrition

Low Testosterone Increases Risk of Mortality, Anemia, Reduced ESA Response

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Grissim Clark Connery, MS, RD

December 1, 2012

Testosterone deficiency is common in many patients with CKD, but the treatment of this deficiency and associated side effects have not always received much attention.

Nutrition

Dietary Choices by Renal Transplant Recipients and Overall Acid-Base Balance

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Grissim Clark Connery, MS, RD

November 1, 2012

Metabolic acidosis is a typical concern in renal populations, including renal transplant recipients (RTRs).

In a study, round herring (shown above) had the highest content of n-3 fatty acids.

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Fish Can Be Beneficial Protein Source, But Species Recommendation Varies

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Grissim Clark Connery, MS, RD

October 1, 2012

Select fish can be beneficial, high-quality protein sources that are within or close to the appropriate phosphorus/protein ratios.

Patients should be cautioned to avoid smoked and cured meats with high sodium content.

Nutrition

Proteinuria in CKD Patients May Indicate Need for Intensive Sodium Restriction

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Grissim Clark Connery, MS, RD

September 1, 2012

Data from various studies suggest that more conservative blood pressure goals confer benefits in the presence of proteinuria.

Vegetable protein (soy-based above) can affect levels of FGF-23 and bicarbonate.

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Plant Protein Intake Offers Benefits in Phosphorus, Acid-Base Balance for CKD Patients

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Grissim Clark Connery, MS, RD

August 1, 2012

The Chronic Renal Insufficiency Cohort Study (CRIC) has recently shown potential benefits of vegetable protein intake in patients with mild-to-moderate CKD.