# Specialized Plant-Powered Shakes Renal Support 1.8 is a Plant-Based Shake for People on Dialysis By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2022-02-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renal-support References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-only-plant-based-organic-nutrition-shake-made-to-help-meet-the-specialized-nutrition-needs-of-people-on-dialysis-is-now-available-thanks-to-kate-farms-301483239.html) & [katefarms](http://www.katefarms.com/)  Kate Farms just launched a first-of-its-kind [plant-based, organic nutrition shake](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-readytodrink-shakes) created for those with diabetes, and now the brand is following up with Renal Support 1.8—the only plant-based, organic shake designed to help meet the specialized nutrition needs of people on dialysis. With the pandemic interrupting nutritional care for those receiving dialysis, many were left at a risk for malnutrition. Kate Farms saw the opportunity to provide support by delivering a nutrition solution with a unique blend of [plant-based protein](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-protein-shakes1), prebiotic fiber and carbohydrates. Based on recommended amounts of sodium, potassium and phosphorus, the specialized plant-based shake is suitable for fluid restricted diets. Cynthia Ambres, MD, [Kate Farms'](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-protein-nutrition-shake) Chief Medical Officer says, "When it comes to kidney nutrition care, the new Renal Support 1.8 is a delicious option, made for easy digestion and thoughtfully prepared from quality ingredients." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Plant-based Medical Shakes:** A growing trend of plant-based, nutrition shakes being developed for unique, targeted medical purposes, such as renal support. - **Specialized Nutrition for Dialysis Patients:** An emerging trend of specialized nutrition products being developed specifically for people on dialysis, with unique blends of nutrients and ingredients. - **Pandemic-driven Nutritional Solutions:** A trend of companies creating nutritional products to address the unique needs of people impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, such as those receiving dialysis. ### Who This Affects Most - **Medical Nutrition:** The medical nutrition industry has an opportunity to innovate by creating plant-based, specialized nutrition products for targeted medical purposes, such as renal support for dialysis patients. - **Nutraceuticals:** The nutraceutical industry can benefit from developing specialized nutrition products, such as plant-based shakes, to meet the unique health needs of specific populations. - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry has the potential to disrupt the medical nutrition field by creating innovative, plant-based products designed for medical purposes, like renal support for people on dialysis. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Diabetic-Friendly Vegan Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glucose-support-12.md) - [Plant-Powered Nutrition Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-protein-nutrition-shake.md) - [Kid-Focused Nutritious Plant-Based Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-shake.md) - [Plant-Based Tube Feeding Formulas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kate-farms.md) - [Plant-Based Pediatric Formulas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pediatric-peptide-10.md) - [Nutritious Pediatric Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pediatric-standard-12-chocolate.md) - [Low Mineral CKD Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arla-foods-ingredients.md) - [Tube Feeding Meal Pouches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pediatric-blended-meals.md) - [Developmental Nutritional Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kidzprotein.md)