When I first started working as a dietitian, I frequently requested serum B12 levels and adjusted supplementation based on the results. But one thing I
Author: Kelly Picard PhD RD
One skill I’m developing in my practice is Intradialytic Parenteral Nutrition (IDPN). So if you, like me, want to learn more about IDPN, this post
As part of a rigorous nutrition assessment, assessing muscle mass is increasingly recognized as an essential component. While dietitians have long relied on visual cues
A colleague recently sent me a paper that had her hemodialysis (HD) unit buzzing. It had everyone asking: Should all HD patients be recommended fish
After publishing my recent post on Estimating Phosphorus Additives, I received a lot of great feedback—especially from clinicians who said the method was clear and
Today’s paper is a deep look at the SEMALEAN study, which examined how semaglutide affects body composition, muscle function, and resting energy expenditure over 12
I was recently asked about hydrogen water and had to admit that I knew nothing about it. So today’s post is result of what I
This is Part 4 in my series on creatine supplements. Today, I focus on creatine supplementation in people receiving dialysis. For background on creatine basics,
This is Part 3 in my series on creatine supplements. Today’s post focuses on the relationship between creatine supplements and kidney health. For background information,
In Part 1 of this series, I reviewed the basics of creatine—its function, metabolism, common forms, and potential benefits for muscle strength and performance. In