NEW YORK: Ketogenic diet — consisting of foods with very low levels of carbs — is effective at controlling polycystic kidney disease (PKD), according to the first randomised controlled clinical trial. PKD is an inherited disorder in which clusters of cysts develop primarily within the kidneys, causing the organs to enlarge and lose function over … Read more
For Polycystic kidney disease patients, these findings represent an opportunity to control a genetic disease that leads to a progressive condition, causing pain and robbing them of their quality of life, and often resulting in the need for dialysis and kidney transplantation Image for representational purposes only. Photo Courtesy: iStock Your browser doesn’t support HTML5 … Read more
Times Now Digital Updated Dec 13, 2023, 11:18 AM IST A groundbreaking study on polycystic kidney disease (PKD) reveals that a ketogenic diet can curb kidney growth and improve kidnet function. The trial consisted of 66 PKD patients and showed surprising results. Those on the ketogenic diet experienced halted kidney growth and improved kidney function, … Read more
NEW YORK: Ketogenic diet — consisting of foods with very low levels of carbs — is effective at controlling polycystic kidney disease (PKD), according to the first randomised controlled clinical trial. PKDis an inherited disorder in which clusters of cysts develop primarily within the kidneys, causing the organs to enlarge and lose function over time. … Read more
The ketogenic diet’s demonstrated effectiveness in controlling PKD challenges long-standing beliefs, offering a new paradigm for patients and healthcare providers. Written By saumya pandey | Updated : December 12, 2023 5:01 PM IST Potential of lifestyle interventions in managing genetic diseases. The first-ever randomized controlled clinical trial exploring the impact of ketogenic metabolic therapy on … Read more