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.

🎧 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

Originally aired: 10/11/2024

From the Pathophysiology of diabetes-induced kidney damage to Navigating insulin use and medication adjustments in CKD - plus much more gets covered in this 2 part series.... Likely more episodes to come on DM and CKD as science continue to advance....

Whether you're a renal dietitian, diabetes educator, or clinical provider, this series equips you with the tools and confidence to optimize care for a complex and growing patient population.

🎧 Two episodes. Endless insights. Bookmark this series—you’ll return to it again and again.

Originally aired: 10/1/2024

Managing diabetes and chronic kidney disease (CKD) together requires deep clinical insight, strategic nutrition planning, and a patient-centered approach—and it's unpacked in this extended two-part series.

Whether you're a renal dietitian, diabetes educator, or clinical provider, this series equips you with the tools and confidence to optimize care for a complex and growing patient population.

🎧 Two episodes. Endless insights. Bookmark this series—you’ll return to it again and again.

Originally aired: 2/12/2025

We don’t see it often—but when it shows up, we need to be ready. This short episode covers the essential principles of enteral nutrition in chronic kidney disease (CKD), offering quick, actionable guidance for a clinical situation that demands precision and coordination.

Whether you’re a renal dietitian, clinical provider, or just brushing up for a rare but important case, this episode gives you the confidence to act fast and feed smart.

🎧 Quick listen. Big impact. Bookmark it for when you need it most.

Originally aired: 12/6/2024

This short but essential episode tackles a rare clinical intersection: pregnancy and chronic kidney disease. If this patient population isn’t one you manage regularly, don’t worry—we’ve got the nutrition essentials ready for a quick refresher or fast reference when that one complex case walks through your door.

Tune in for a focused breakdown on:

• Adjusting protein and calorie needs through each trimester
• Navigating fluid, sodium, and potassium balance
• What to watch for in supplementation and micronutrient intake
• Tips to collaborate with OB and nephrology teams

Perfect for renal dietitians, nephrologists, and clinical care teams, this episode equips you with the confidence and clarity to act when it counts.

🎧 Short on time? Big on impact. Hit play and be prepared.