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The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast
#199 NephMadness: Hyperkalemia, Diet, Potassium Binders, Exercise
Mar 16, 2020
Dr. Ryann Sohaney, Dr. Deborah Clegg, and Dr. Joel Topf discuss hyperkalemia in CKD in this episode. They examine the use of potassium binders, challenge low-potassium diets, and explore the influence of exercise on serum potassium. They also introduce NephMadness 2020 and discuss managing hyperkalemia, dietary changes, salt substitutes, and the benefits of exercise for CKD patients.
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- A diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables may be beneficial for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) by improving insulin sensitivity, mitigating hyperkalemia, and offering overall health benefits.
- Potassium binders, such as piturimer and sodium zirconium cyclosilicate, can effectively control potassium levels in CKD patients, allowing them to continue taking life-saving drugs without adverse reactions.
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The Impact of Diet on Potassium Levels in CKD Patients
In this podcast episode, the role of diet in managing potassium levels in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is discussed. Traditionally, a low potassium diet has been recommended for CKD patients, but recent evidence challenges this approach. Research suggests that a diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables, which are high in potassium, may be beneficial for CKD patients. Such a diet can potentially improve insulin sensitivity, mitigate hyperkalemia, and offer overall health benefits. However, it is essential to individualize dietary recommendations based on each patient's specific needs and medical history.
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