A low-protein diet, defined as 0.6 g/kg/day, is recommended for CKD patients, contrasting with the higher average intake in ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Patients with higher total protein intake had a lower risk for mortality. Hazard ratios were lower in patients ...

A high-protein diet, often recommended as a way to lose weight and stay healthy, appears to be harmful to the kidneys in individuals with apparently normal kidney function, two separate new studies ...

Credit: Getty Images Nutrition opportunities in kidney disease management extend far beyond the traditional focus on preventing malnutrition and managing mineral balance. Nephrology providers can ...

Credit: Thinkstock Regular monitoring of kidney function and other health markers is necessary to tailor protein intake in PKD management. A personalized approach to protein intake for patients with ...

Around one in seven adults in the United States have chronic kidney disease (CKD), a condition in which the kidneys become damaged and can’t work as efficiently. This allows waste products to build up ...

Medically reviewed by Melissa Nieves, LND Key Takeaways The renal diet limits foods high in sodium, potassium, phosphorus, and protein.Eating a low-salt diet helps lower blood pressure and reduces ...

Low-protein diets (LPDs) represent a cornerstone in the conservative management of chronic kidney disease (CKD). By limiting protein intake, these diets aim to reduce the metabolic burden on the ...