Diet Doctor Podcast #102:
Keto diets and kidney health
It’s common to hear general statements like, “protein is hard on kidneys.” Or, “keto diets can help kidney disease.” Or even “keto diets are bad for kidneys.” What’s the truth?
Renowned kidney disease researcher Dr. Thomas Weimbs and registered dietitian and renal nutrition expert Jessianna Saville join us to discuss how they use keto diets to help people with various types of kidney disease.
We also explore the important topic of dietary protein. Does a diet high in protein damage our kidneys? It depends. Those with normal kidney function need not worry. But those with already damaged kidneys need to exercise caution.
Finally, we explore the differences between animal and plant proteins and their effects on kidney function. And, we cover what degree of kidney dysfunction, as quantified by common lab tests like the glomerular filtration rate (GFR), raises concern.
Dr. Weimbs and Ms. Saville share numerous clinical pearls you don’t want to miss!
About the video
Virtual podcast recorded in June 2022, published in July 2022.
Host: Dr. Bret Scher
Producer: Hari Dewang
Table of contents
00:00 Introduction
04:20 Kidney disease and the role of nutrition
09:35 Lowering protein level for kidney health?
16:47 Acidic blood vs acidic urine
23:47 About kidney volume and its test
30:15 Protein level for optimal kidney functions
36:58 Go to protein and supplements for plant-protein diets
43:18 Future work of Thomas Weimbs
Renowned kidney disease researcher Dr. Thomas Weimbs and registered dietitian and renal nutrition expert Jessianna Saville join us to discuss how they use keto diets to help people with various types of kidney disease.
We also explore the important topic of dietary protein. Does a diet high in protein damage our kidneys? It depends. Those with normal kidney function need not worry. But those with already damaged kidneys need to exercise caution.
Finally, we explore the differences between animal and plant proteins and their effects on kidney function. And, we cover what degree of kidney dysfunction, as quantified by common lab tests like the glomerular filtration rate (GFR), raises concern.
Dr. Weimbs and Ms. Saville share numerous clinical pearls you don’t want to miss!
About the video
Virtual podcast recorded in June 2022, published in July 2022.
Host: Dr. Bret Scher
Producer: Hari Dewang
