Kidney Disease & Bone Health Archives

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Pomegranate and Kidney Disease. Is Pomegranate Juice Good For Kidney

Why Bone and Mineral Health Matters for Kidney Function

New research is showing the value of increasing bone mineral parameters in people with chronic kidney issues, with the new study suggesting this may actually lower mortality. Kidneys filter the blood of wastes and toxins, allowing them to be

Exercise for Mental and Physical Health in Kidney Disease

Exercise, it’s no secret, has been touted as being beneficial in a number of ways. It can help strengthen and condition the muscles of the body, facilitate weight loss goals, improve oxygen levels and circulation. But when it comes to

Exercise and Bone Health in Kidney Disease

Exercise has long been touted as a wonderful way to keep the body as healthy as possible, keeping blood flowing to all the organs and oxygen levels high. It can help prevent numerous chronic health issues and even release stress-busting

Gait Abnormalities Responsible For Increased Falls In Kidney Disease Patients

A recent study in Nephrology Dialysis Transplantation warns those suffering from chronic kidney disease should be evaluated for problems in their gait. In addition, researchers said patients
would benefit from fall prevention programs. Research has noted patients with chronic kidney

Balancing Phosphorous In CKD Diet Could Prevent Heart Problems In Kidney Disease Patients

When you’re diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, diet becomes a balancing act and trying to maintain equal (acceptably healthy) levels of phosphorous (along with protein and potassium, among others) is a full-time task. One of the main reasons for this

Got Calcium? If You Don’t You Can Kiss Your Kidney Function Good-Bye!

According to a Japanese study, low calcium levels are responsible for a large decline in estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) among people without chronic kidney disease. This could mean even worse news for people with chronic kidney disease.

If You’re On Dialysis, Taking These Meds Could Break Your Bones!

Medicines utilized in the treatment of acid reflux, heartburn, ulcers and related gastro issues could be leading to a much higher risk of bone fractures among CKD patients who receive dialysis. In a recent study published in Clinical Journal of

CKD In Children…Here’s Some Top Tips To Help Kids With Kidney Disease

Hi everyone, here’s a quick video I recently did about some studies we’ve referenced before concerning kids with chronic kidney disease and how it negatively impacts the state of their bone health.

As we know, children often engage in lots

If Your Child Has Kidney Disease, Stop Brittle Bones From Breaking With Vitamin D!

Summary: A recent study published in Nephrology Dialysis Transplant Journal Feb 21, 2018 showed Vitamin D supplementation in children with chronic kidney disease improved markers of bone health. If your child has chronic kidney disease Vitamin D has