Chewing Gum Helps Treat Hyperphosphatemia In Kidney Disease Patients
Thursday, February 19, 2009 - 21:35
in Health & Medicine
Chewing gum made with a phosphate-binding ingredient can help treat high phosphate levels in dialysis patients with chronic kidney disease, according to a new study. The results suggest that this simple measure could maintain proper phosphate levels and help prevent cardiovascular disease in these patients.