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Carla Valencia, MD Introduction When you think about kidney health, you probably hear a lot about potassium, sodium, or phosphorus, but  magnesium is just as important! This small but mighty mineral plays a significant role in how our bodies function , and for individuals with CKD , maintaining the right magnesium balance can make a substantial difference.   🌿 What Is Magnesium and Why Is It Important? Magnesium is a mineral that helps your body in many ways: • Keeps your 

Carla Valencia, MD Introduction Vitamin D is not just for strong bones, it helps many parts of the body, including the kidneys. For individuals with CKD, maintaining a balanced vitamin D level is particularly crucial . This guide explains why vitamin D is important, the different types of vitamin D, when and how doctors may treat low vitamin D levels, and what the research says. 🌟 What does vitamin D do in the body? • Helps the body  use calcium and phosphorus  for strong bo

Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASN The Role of Phosphorus in the Body Phosphorus is a mineral found in nearly every cell of the bod y. It helps...

Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASN Introduction Potassium is a critical dietary electrolyte essential for maintaining the electrical gradients...

Andrew Kowalski, MD FASN Introduction CKD progression is not just influenced by medical therapies. What is often overlooked and likely...