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Helping patients understand kidney health is one of our primary goals here at KNI. To that end, we've curated blog articles on a variety of topics in renal care. Browse the blog posts or use the search bar below to find a specific topic.

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PLADO for CKD: A Smarter, Science-Backed Way to Support Kidney Health

January 20, 2026

If you’ve followed our work at Kidney Nutrition Institute, you already know this:nutrition is foundational to kidney health. For years, we’ve talked about the power […]

Tryptophan and Chronic Kidney Disease: What You Should Know

April 17, 2025

When we think of tryptophan, the amino acid often associated with post-Thanksgiving dinner drowsiness comes to mind. But this essential nutrient plays a far more […]

L-Arginine Benefits for Blood Pressure Management in CKD: Your Personalized Approach

February 26, 2025

If you’ve been struggling with blood pressure management in chronic kidney disease (CKD), you might have heard about L-arginine. This fascinating amino acid has been […]

60+ Evidence-Based Lifestyle & Food Swaps for Kidney Health: Complete CKD Guide

February 13, 2025

Sometimes the most profound lessons about change come from unexpected places. Like a climate-controlled storage facility in Florida, where my journey from fear to confidence […]

Is tea good for kidney disease?

September 20, 2023

Wondering what teas are good for kidney health? Check out our comprehensive post on all things tea!

Kidney and Diabetes Diet Priorities

September 19, 2023

If you have both diabetes and kidney disease, it can be tricky to manage your health priorities, especially through food and nutrition. Follow along for […]

KNI Launch Nutritional Support for individuals living with diabetes and CKD

August 1, 2023

We are thrilled to announce the launch of Kidney Nutrition Institute’s special offering for individuals with diabetes and chronic kidney disease (CKD) or polycystic kidney […]

RISE PKD Nutrition Programme: The Kidney-Considerate Keto Diet for People with PKD

June 15, 2023

RISE is proud to introduce its revolutionary nutrition programme, the kidney-happy Ketogenic diet specifically designed for people with  Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD). RISE’s nutrition programme […]

Get Clarity on Your Child’s Kidney Health with the New Pediatric PKD/CKD Nutrition Program from the Kidney Nutrition Institute

June 5, 2023

The Kidney Nutrition Institute (KNI) is proud to announce the launch of a specialized pediatric kidney nutrition program. This program provides clarity and support for […]

Impactful lifestyle changes for kidney health

May 16, 2023

Impactful lifestyle changes for kidney health Kidneys play a huge role in our bodies; they are responsible for four major functions: excretory, acid-base balance, endocrine and […]

Kidney-Friendly Family Meals

November 11, 2022

Kidney-Friendly Family Meals This post is sponsored by Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. However, all opinions are my own. Disclaimer: Please be advised that some of […]

The Ultimate Meal Planning Guide for Kidney Health

October 12, 2022

The Ultimate Meal Planning Guide for Kidney Health This post is sponsored by Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. However, all opinions are my own. Disclaimer: Please […]

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