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.

🎧 Add this to your toolkit today

Originally aired: 10/26/2024

Whether you're treating early-stage CKD or managing dialysis patients, understanding the implications of mineral imbalance, bone fragility, and vascular calcification is essential.

• The role of calcium, phosphorus, PTH, and vitamin D in CKD
• What CKD-MBD (Mineral and Bone Disorder) really means
• How lab trends guide diagnosis and treatment
• Nutrition strategies that support skeletal health without compromising renal status
• Medical management options, including phosphate binders and calcimimetics