Renal Nutrition Update

Managing Vitamin K in Chronic Kidney Disease

Publish Date August 18, 2023

Although tests to directly measure vitamin K levels are available, use of indirect measures may be a more reliable way to assess vitamin K status.

An Updated Approach to Managing Obesity in Patients With CKD

Publish Date July 21, 2023

A recent literature review supports the idea that obesity needs to have an individualized, root cause approach.

Nutrition Therapy as an Intervention for Metabolic Acidosis

Publish Date June 2, 2023

Multiple studies show that reducing net endogenous acid production can help to improve or correct metabolic acidosis.

Managing Anemia in CKD: Beyond Iron and ESAs

Publish Date May 5, 2023

Iron therapy and erythropoiesis-stimulating agents are not always effective for anemia in patients with CKD. Nutritional interventions may be helpful in these cases.

Early Nutrition Care in CKD Preserves Kidney Function

Publish Date March 24, 2023

A dietary pattern that meets patients’ protein and other nutrient needs provides long-term success for kidney health.

Diet Advice for Blood Pressure Control Goes Beyond Sodium Restriction

Publish Date March 10, 2023

Potassium and magnesium intake also have a role in hypertension management.

Updated Guidelines Challenge Current Standard for Potassium Intake in CKD

Publish Date January 20, 2023

KDOQI’s 2020 potassium recommendations for patients with chronic kidney disease suggest an approach based on patient’s individual needs.

It Is Time for Nephrology Practices to Bolster Their Nutrition Care

Publish Date December 9, 2022

Practices need to look at all opportunities for preserving kidney function, according to the director of the Kidney Nutrition Institute.