CKD & Oxalate Management

Ongoing Daily Series — 13 parts (3 published, new parts daily)

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Part 1Science9 min read

Chronic Kidney Disease and Oxalate: What Every CKD Patient Needs to Know

How dietary oxalate accelerates CKD progression through crystal deposits in kidney tubules, and what research says about managing it to protect remaining kidney function.

February 20, 2026

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Part 2Product Updates8 min read

Now Tracking Sodium, Potassium & Phosphorus — Your Complete Renal Diet Companion

OxalateGuard now tracks four nutrients that matter for kidney health. See how the new dashboard helps CKD patients, dialysis patients, and stone formers manage their diet with confidence.

February 27, 2026

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Part 3Science7 min read

Calcium Supplementation for CKD: How It Affects Oxalate

CKD patients often avoid calcium or take phosphate binders. Dietary calcium binds oxalate in the gut, and calcium-based binders offer a dual benefit. Here's what the research says.

March 9, 2026

Part 4Coming soon

20 CKD-Friendly Snacks That Are Also Low in Oxalate

A practical snack list for CKD patients managing oxalate. Each snack includes oxalate, phosphorus, and potassium estimates. Organized by sweet, savory, and on-the-go.

Part 5Coming soon

The CKD + Low-Oxalate Grocery List

A practical shopping list organized by category that satisfies both CKD dietary restrictions and low-oxalate requirements. Includes what to buy and what to avoid in every aisle.

Part 6Coming soon

7-Day Meal Plan: Low-Oxalate for CKD Patients

A complete 7-day meal plan designed for CKD patients — low in oxalate, phosphorus-conscious, potassium-managed, and moderate in protein. Every meal with estimated values.

Part 7Coming soon

Low-Protein AND Low-Oxalate: Eating Safely with CKD

Many CKD patients restrict protein to slow kidney decline. Most animal proteins are low in oxalate, but plant proteins are tricky. Here's how to navigate both restrictions.

Part 8Coming soon

CKD Stages 1-5: When to Start Managing Oxalate

A stage-by-stage guide to oxalate management in chronic kidney disease. When it starts to matter, how recommendations change as GFR declines, and what dialysis patients should know.

Part 9Coming soon

Oxalate Management on Dialysis: What You Need to Know

Dialysis removes some oxalate but not all. Plasma oxalate in ESRD patients remains elevated, and dietary management still matters. Here's what the research says.

Part 10Coming soon

How Oxalate Damages Your Kidneys: Beyond Kidney Stones

A deep dive into oxalate nephropathy — how calcium oxalate crystals deposit in kidney tissue, trigger inflammation, cause fibrosis, and why CKD patients are especially vulnerable.

Part 11Coming soon

The Low-Oxalate Diet for CKD: A Complete Guide

A practical dietary guide for CKD patients managing oxalate alongside phosphorus, potassium, sodium, and protein. Includes meal planning framework and sample menus.

Part 12Coming soon

Talking to Your Nephrologist About Oxalate: A Patient's Guide

Most nephrologists focus on protein, phosphorus, and potassium but rarely discuss oxalate. How to bring it up, what questions to ask, and what tests to request.

Part 13Coming soon

Managing Phosphorus AND Oxalate: The CKD Dual Restriction Guide

Many CKD patients restrict phosphorus but don't know about oxalate. Some high-phosphorus foods are also high-oxalate, but not all. Here's how to navigate both.

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