Originally aired: 5/21/2025

In this episode, is the world of oral nutrition supplements (ONS) and their critical role in managing Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). From protein powders to renal-friendly shakes, we break down the types of supplements available, when they're indicated, and how they help fill nutritional gaps in patients struggling to maintain adequate intake—especially during dialysis or disease progression.

Dietary supplements can be a minefield for those managing chronic kidney disease (CKD)—some help, others harm, and many fall into the "it depends" category. In this quick-hit, two-part series, hear the evidence that every clinician, dietitian, and caregiver needs to know when supplements enter the conversation.

These short episodes equip you to feel more confident about the “should they or shouldn’t they” conversations that come with kidney care.

🎧 Hit play, get smart, and know what you’re dealing with—because the right guidance makes all the difference.

⚖️ Tips for Clinical Decision-Making

• ✅ Always review medication & lab history
• 🔍 Check for supplement-drug interactions
• 📊 Consider dialysis status and CKD stage
• 👥 Collaborate with nephrology & dietetics teams
• 📃 Stick to evidence-based guidance

Originally aired: 11/9/2024

Finishing out the complexity of Chronic kidney disease (CKD) and bone mineral disorders in Part 2.

One of CKD's most silent complications—gain the knowledge from evidenced based practice to act with confidence when the labs start shifting.

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