{"id":627501,"date":"2024-03-25T09:30:22","date_gmt":"2024-03-25T13:30:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=627501"},"modified":"2025-10-03T09:58:29","modified_gmt":"2025-10-03T13:58:29","slug":"vitamins-for-kidneys","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/vitamins-for-kidneys\/","title":{"rendered":"5 vitamins for your kidneys"},"content":{"rendered":"

Your kidneys are responsible for filtering water and waste from urine and blood. About <\/span>15% of American adults<\/span> have kidney disease, which impairs this process. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) increases a person\u2019s risk of anemia, infections, nutrient deficiencies, and depression.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you have CKD or are on dialysis, you may need to eat a <\/span>renal diet<\/span><\/a> that protects you from kidney damage by limiting phosphorus, <\/span>potassium<\/span><\/a>, and sodium. If you have <\/span>kidney stones<\/span><\/a>, you may need to restrict <\/span>high-oxalate foods<\/span> such as nuts, spinach, beets, and sweet potatoes. In either case, your healthcare provider may <\/span>recommend taking vitamins D, B, and C or iron and calcium supplements<\/span> to compensate for nutrient deficiencies while supporting kidney health.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Just note: the <\/span>data on the benefits and risks of supplementation<\/span> remains unclear, particularly as it relates to using vitamin D and calcium supplements together. Recommendations also vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to; the stage of chronic kidney disease, whether someone is on dialysis, and the presence of kidney stone disease.<\/span><\/p>\n

Vitamins and minerals for kidney health<\/span><\/h2>\n

People with healthy kidneys who eat a balanced diet tend to get enough vitamins and minerals to maintain kidney health. However, CKD patients and dialysis patients may need to limit or eliminate certain foods, which can cause <\/span>nutrient deficiencies<\/span><\/a>. In that case, your healthcare provider may <\/span>recommend taking the following supplements<\/span><\/a> for kidney health. Before taking any supplements, consult with your healthcare provider or pharmacist to avoid potential drug interactions and determine the best dose for you.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Vitamin D<\/span><\/h3>\n

Vitamin D coupons<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Vitamin D is by far the most important vitamin for kidney health, says <\/span>David Bilstrom, MD<\/span><\/a>, director of the <\/span>International Autoimmune Institute & Bingham Memorial Center<\/span><\/a> for Functional Medicine in Blackfoot, Idaho. This nutrient helps protect the kidneys against disease and injury.<\/span><\/p>\n

Though several factors contribute to poor kidney health\u2014including autoimmune conditions, chronic hypertension, and diabetes\u2014there is also evidence that <\/span>low vitamin D levels contribute to poor kidney function<\/span><\/a>, says <\/span>Vicki Shanta Retelny<\/span><\/a>, RDN, author of <\/span>Total Body Diet for Dummies<\/span><\/i><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Vitamin D supplements may <\/span>interact<\/span><\/a> with other vitamins or drugs, including:<\/span><\/p>\n