The PKD Dietitian Podcast Diana Bruen MS, RD

In Episode 46, The PKD Dietitian delves into the world of oxalates and crystals.  Join as Diana demystifies oxalates and their impact on PKD health. Learn what oxalates are and how they can affect your kidneys, including the risk of kidney stones and cyst growth. Discover simple, proactive steps for managing oxalates without restrictive diets. 

 

OXALATE WORKSHOP


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RESOURCES


Episode 4: Kidney Stones & PKD, Are They Connected? Part.1: https://www.thepkddietitian.com/podcasts/the-pkd-dietitian-podcast/episodes/2147802915
Episode 5: Help Stop Stones with Nutrition, 6 Steps for PKD - Part. 2: https://www.thepkddietitian.com/podcasts/the-pkd-dietitian-podcast/episodes/2147802917

 

REFERENCES

Stone Prevalence in Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8851145/

Crystal deposition triggers tubule dilation that accelerates cystogenesis in polycystic kidney disease: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6763267/

 

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The PKD Dietitian Podcast is meant for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider with any medical questions or concerns.

Struggling to make dietary changes to help manage Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)? You're not alone. In this episode, The PKD Dietitian breaks down the top seven reasons she has found why PKD'ers find it challenging to make positive dietary changes.  Tune in and explore actionable strategies to manage common struggles and challenges.  

Which number resonates the most with you?  

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Listener Q:  "Is drinking lemon juice good for Polycystic Kidney Health and can I drink it?"

Answer: Tune in and find out:


Should you drink lemon juice...
Will it hurt or help your PKD Kidneys?
Why do PKD'ers drink lemon juice...
Are there any perks for PKD?
The PKD Dietitian's final thoughts on if you should add lemon juice to your routine!

 

RESOURCES 


Episode 4 Kidney Stones & PKD, Are They Connected? Part. 1
Episode 5 Help Stop Stones with Nutrition, 6 Steps for PKD Part 2
Episode 25 Potassium and PKD: Should you restrict it to keep your kidneys healthy?
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REFERENCES


Fresh lemon juice supplementation for the prevention of recurrent stones in calcium oxalate nephrolithiasis: A pragmatic, prospective, randomised, open, blinded endpoint (PROBE) trial
The Effectiveness of Lemon Solution versus Potassium Citrate in the Management of Hypocitraturic Calcium Kidney Stones: A Systematic Review
Assessment of citrate concentrations in citrus fruit-based juices and beverages: implications for management of hypocitraturic nephrolithiasis

Can lemon juice be an alternative to potassium citrate in the treatment of urinary calcium stones in patients with hypocitraturia? A prospective randomized study


Urinary Citrate Is Associated with Kidney Outcomes in Early Polycystic Kidney Disease
Crystal deposition triggers tubule dilation that accelerates cystogenesis in polycystic kidney disease

Potassium citrate/citric acid intake improves renal function in rats with polycystic kidney disease.



 Urinary Citrate Is Associated with Kidney Outcomes in Early Polycystic Kidney Disease



  

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Question:   “When I get my labs back the sodium is also within the “normal” range.  Does this show that I am doing a good job limiting my salt intake?”

Answer:  Tune in and find out:


What sodium lab tests show
What, outside of your kidneys, can make sodium levels too high or low
If lab results are a good indicator of your dietary intake
3 Things to always consider when looking at lab results

 

RESOURCES


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Content on The PKD Dietitian Podcast is for informational purposes, it isn't intended as medical advice. Please consult your Dietitian and/or healthcare provider for individual review and recommendations.

You may have heard that Olive Oil is beneficial for your overall health and heart. But does it hold up as a good choice for those managing Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)? Join the PKD Dietitian and delve into the science behind Extra Virgin Olive Oil and its impact on your heart health.  Plus, learn what Perks For PKD this "liquid gold" contains Stick around to the end for tips on buying a good EVOO, how much is connected with improved heart health, and if this is a food to add to your plate for Polycystic Kidney Disease Health.

 

RESOURCES


Is Olive Oil Good For PKD Health? https://www.thepkddietitian.com/blog/healthy-fat-PKD-olive-oil
United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) QMP seal: https://www.usda.gov/media/blog/2016/05/11/safeguarding-consumers-olive-oil-fraud
California Ranch EVOO: https://www.californiaoliveranch.com/

 

REFERENCES


Dietary Polyphenols in the Prevention of Stroke
Extra virgin olive oil improves HDL lipid fraction but not HDL-mediated cholesterol efflux capacity: a double-blind, randomized, controlled, cross-over study (OLIVAUS)
Current Understanding of the Relationship of HDL Composition, Structure, and Function to Their Cardioprotective Properties in Chronic Kidney Disease
Low HDL cholesterol as a predictor of chronic kidney disease progression: a cross-classification approach and matched cohort analysis 
Oxidized Low-Density Lipoprotein
Olive oil consumption and risk of cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality: A meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies
Antioxidative activity of high-density lipoprotein (HDL): Mechanistic insights into potential clinical benefit

 

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What is vasopressin and how is it connected to Polycystic Kidney Disease? In this episode, the PKD Dietitian is going to:


Break down exactly what vasopressin is.
Explain how it functions in the body and how it affects your kidneys.
Highlight how it impacts PKD cyst growth.
PLUS share dietary and lifestyle factors that impact vasopressin levels...for better or worse.

 

RESOURCES

BLOG: What is a Good Fluid Goal for Polycystic Kidney Disease?

EPISODE 3:  Listener Q - How Much Water Should I Drink?

 

REFERENCES


Torres VE. Salt, water, and vasopressin in polycystic kidney disease. Kidney Int. 2020;98(4):831-834. doi:10.1016/j.kint.2020.06.001 ARTICLE LINK
Van Gastel MDA, Torres VE. Polycystic Kidney Disease and the Vasopressin Pathway. Ann Nutr Metab. 2017;70 Suppl 1:43-50. doi:10.1159/000463063 ARTICLE LINK
Taylor JM, Hamilton-Reeves JM, Sullivan DK, et al. Diet and polycystic kidney disease: A pilot intervention study. Clin Nutr. 2017;36(2):458-466. doi:10.1016/j.clnu.2016.01.003 ARTICLE LINK
Amro OW, Paulus JK, Noubary F, Perrone RD. Low-Osmolar Diet and Adjusted Water Intake for Vasopressin Reduction in Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. Am J Kidney Dis. 2016;68(6):882-891. doi:10.1053/j.ajkd.2016.07.023 ARTICLE LINK
Maatje D.A. van Gastel, Vicente E. Torres; Polycystic Kidney Disease and the Vasopressin Pathway. Ann Nutr Metab 15 June 2017; 70 (Suppl. 1): 43–50. ARTICLE LINK
Torres, Vicente E.; Harris, Peter C. Strategies Targeting cAMP Signaling in the Treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. Journal of the American Society of Nephrology 25(1):p 18-32, January 2014. | DOI: 10.1681/ASN.2013040398 ARTICLE LINK
Wang, Xiaofang; Wu, Yanhong; Ward, Christopher J.; Harris, Peter C.; Torres, Vicente E.. Vasopressin Directly Regulates Cyst Growth in Polycystic Kidney Disease. Journal of the American Society of Nephrology 19(1):p 102-108, January 2008. | DOI: 10.1681/ASN.2007060688 ARTICLE LINK
Tasneem M, Mannix C, Wong A, Zhang J, Rangan G. Is serum copeptin a modifiable biomarker in autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease?. World J Nephrol. 2018;7(2):51-57. doi:10.5527/wjn.v7.i2.51 ARTICLE LINK
Bankir L, Roussel R, Bouby N. Protein- and diabetes-induced glomerular hyperfiltration: role of glucagon, vasopressin, and urea. Am J Physiol Renal Physiol. 2015;309(1):F2-F23. doi:10.1152/ajprenal.00614.2014 ARTICLE LINK
Alwis US, Delanghe J, Dossche L, et al. Could Evening Dietary Protein Intake Play a Role in Nocturnal Polyuria?. J Clin Med. 2020;9(8):2532. Published 2020 Aug 5. doi:10.3390/jcm9082532 ARTICLE LINK
Grantham, Jared J.. Therapy for Polycystic Kidney Disease? It's Water, Stupid!. Journal of the American Society of Nephrology 19(1):p 1-7, January 2008. | DOI: 10.1681/ASN.2007101100 ARTICLE LINK
Yamada Y, Fujiki H, Mizuguchi H, et al. Nihon Yakurigaku Zasshi. 2022;157(4):254-260. doi:10.1254/fpj.22006 ARTICLE LINK
Rangan GK, Wong ATY, Munt A, et al. Prescribed Water Intake in Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease. NEJM Evid. 2022;1(1):EVIDoa2100021. doi:10.1056/EVIDoa2100021 ARTICLE LINK
Sparapani S, Millet-Boureima C, Oliver J, et al. The Biology of Vasopressin. Biomedicines. 2021;9(1):89. Published 2021 Jan 18. doi:10.3390/biomedicines9010089 ARTICLE LINK

 

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The PKD Dietitian Podcast is meant for educational purposes only.  Information presented should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.