Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast

The REAL Cause of Chronic Kidney Disease and Polycystic Kidney Disease

Oct 20, 2023
Explore the link between polycystic kidney disease and diet, as studies show that the ketogenic diet and time-restricted eating can reverse its effects. Learn how the keto diet may reduce the risk of kidney stones, the role of glucose in kidney issues, and the natural remedies that can improve kidney function. Discover the potential benefits of blocking glucose and using ketones to treat polycystic kidney disease, as well as the impact of high sugar levels on kidney function.
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INSIGHT

Polycystic Kidney Disease Overview

  • 10% of end-stage renal disease cases are linked to polycystic kidney disease (PKD).
  • PKD involves fluid-filled sacs around the kidney, hindering filtration and causing various problems.
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Keto, Fasting, and PKD

  • A 2019 study on mice revealed that the ketogenic diet and intermittent fasting can halt and reverse PKD.
  • These interventions slowed cyst development and associated scar tissue.
ADVICE

Kidney Stone Prevention

  • A low-oxalate keto diet, combined with sufficient water intake (2.5 liters daily), may reduce kidney stone risk.
  • Avoid high-oxalate foods like spinach, almonds, chocolate, and kiwi.
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