The most common supplements studied for CKD are amino acid supplements used in conjunction with very-low-protein diets. Others include alkalizing therapy with potassium citrate salts, vitamin-d supplements, and omega-3 fatty acids supplements. Many other supplements have been investigated, including vitamin-e, antioxidant therapy, coenzyme-q10, n-acetylcysteine, bardoxolone methyl, and human recombinant superoxide dismutase, potassium, calcium fortification, nitrate, turmeric and boswellia, curcumin, vitamin-k, B vitamins, astragalus, cordyceps, and Rheum officinale.
Have any supplements been studied for CKD?
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Several supplements have been studied for chronic kidney disease, including amino acid supplements with very-low-protein diets, potassium citrate, vitamin D, and omega-3 fatty acids. Other investigated supplements include vitamin E, antioxidant therapies, coenzyme Q10, and various herbal and nutritional compounds.