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Supplements I Actually Take as a 17-Year Kidney Transplant Survivor
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items I received a kidney transplant in 2009. For 17+ years I've navigated the supplement world as an immunosuppressed patient — figuring out what's safe, what's marketing noise, and what actually helps. This list is what I personally use every day and tru...KidneyBalance.com.
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Club Med
This is my own brand — built from 17 years of personal post-transplant supplement research. Every product is curated specifically for kidney-compromised and immunosuppressed patients and the health-conscious. Nothing on this site should put your tran...KidneyBalance.com for the full safety breakdown.
Curated For The Health-Conscious and Kidney-Compromised.
Supplements I actually Take as a 17-Year Kidney Transplant Survivor to attempt to keep the gout in check. With my 24+ year seen nephrologist approval.
Zazzee Tart Cherry 10:1 Extract, 200 Vegan Capsules
I've been taking these for years and they've helped noticeably with energy levels. My nephrologist has reviewed and approved my supplement routine.
Ancient Nutrition Men's Fermented Multivitamin
CoQ10 is one I've taken for years. It's particularly relevant for transplant patients on statins. Statins can deplete CoQ10 levels, and this helps offset that. Kidney-aware formula, no ingredients that conflict with standard immunosuppressant protoco...
Curated For The Health-Conscious and Kidney-Compromised.
Collagen supports joint and connective tissue health, something that matters more as we age post-transplant. Grass-fed, hydrolyzed for absorption, and clean of the high-potassium and high-phosphorus additives I specifically avoid for this community.
Curated For The Health-Conscious and Kidney-Compromised.
Gut health and kidney health are more connected than most people realize. I carry this because digestive support matters for transplant patients, particularly those on long-term immunosuppressants. Vetted for ingredient safety, no hidden kidney-stres...
Curated For The Health-Conscious and Kidney-Compromised.
Vitamin D deficiency is extremely common in kidney transplant patients — it's one of the first things my nephrologist monitored. 2,000 IU is a conservative, widely recommended dose. This is a foundational supplement for this community.
Curated For The Health-Conscious and Kidney-Compromised.
40 billion CFU with prebiotics included. I'm careful about probiotics for immunosuppressed patients. This one cleared my personal vetting process and I take it daily as with all the supplements on this list. Gut microbiome support is increasingly rec...
Curated For The Health-Conscious and Kidney-Compromised.
Omega-3 is one of the most well-researched supplements for kidney health specifically, not just general wellness. EPA and DHA at meaningful doses. This is a daily staple in my personal stack and one of the first things I'd recommend to any transplant...
Curated For The Health-Conscious and Kidney-Compromised.
Magnesium Glycinate is the gentlest form of magnesium that is easier on the gut and better absorbed than oxide or citrate forms. I take this for sleep and muscle function. The glycinate form is what I specifically recommend for kidney-compromised pat...
Curated For The Health-Conscious and Kidney-Compromised.
This is my go-to pill organizer
AUVON XL Weekly Pill Organizer 2x Daily
Hydration is critical post-transplant. I use this daily, it's insulated, leak-proof, easy to track your intake.
Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Bottle 24oz
Excellent travel pill organizer
KOVIUU Weekly Pill Organizer 2x Daily, Black