Supplementation of essential amino acids and ketoacids can improve muscle mass and strength in individuals with pre-dialysis chronic kidney disease (CKD) on low protein diets, a new review has concluded.
Paucity of evidence on the role of probiotics as an add-on therapy to mitigate chronic kidney disease (CKD) is limiting potential benefits, according to a comprehensive clinical review.
A study out of British Columbia has found that oral nutritional supplements that boost the intake of protein and other nutrients can benefit subjects suffering from kidney failure and improve outcomes when they begin dialysis.