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You CAN Do Something About Kidney Disease

Ketogenic diets were used over a hundred years ago to treat epilepsy and diabetes. Fast forward to today, and now we know that well-formulated ketogenic nutrition therapy (i.e. the right kind of keto diet) can also support kidney health.

 

Research has shown that it can

 

  • reduce kidney stress and inflammation

  • improve eGFR and blood urea nitrogen levels (BUN)

  • improve blood pressure

  • improve overall metabolic function

  • support weight management​

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  • What are the main causes of kidney disease?
    Here are the top five causes of kidney disease worldwide: ​ Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes: Both type 1 and type 2 diabetes are leading causes of CKD. Elevated blood sugar levels can damage the kidneys' filtering units, leading to diabetic nephropathy. ​(Diabetic nephropathy affects about 50% of people with CKD) Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): Chronic high blood pressure can cause arteries around the kidneys to narrow, weaken, or harden, reducing blood flow and impairing kidney function. ​ Glomerulonephritis: This group of diseases causes inflammation of the kidneys' filtering units (glomeruli), leading to impaired filtering capacity. Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD): A genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts in the kidneys, leading to enlarged kidneys and reduced function over time. ​ Obstructive Nephropathy: Conditions such as kidney stones, enlarged prostate, or tumors can block the urinary tract, leading to kidney damage.​​
  • Can a diet improve kidney health?
    One of the most powerful tools for managing CKD lies in something we do every day: nutrition. Research suggests that a properly formulated, kidney-friendly ketogenic diet can help reduce kidney stress and slow or reverse damage, support better metabolic health, improve blood pressure, and lower inflammation—all critical factors in slowing CKD progression. Unlike conventional dietary approaches that often focus solely on protein or sodium restriction, ketogenic nutrition targets the root causes of kidney disease, helping to stabilize blood sugar, reduce insulin resistance, and support long-term kidney function. ​ With CKD impacting millions and often leading to a diminished quality of life, it's time to take a proactive approach. By adopting the right nutrition plan, individuals with a chronic kidney disease can take meaningful steps toward protecting their kidney health, maintaining energy levels, and improving overall well-being.
  • What is a ketogenic diet?
    A ketogenic diet is a way of eating that focuses on low carbohydrates, moderate protein, and high healthy fats, shifting the body's main fuel source from sugar (from carbohydrates) to fats and ketones (energy molecules produced from fat). Your body produces ketones when blood sugar levels are low enough, which happens either when you've been fasting for a time or when you're properly on a ketogenic diet. Ketones provide very clean energy to the brain, heart, and muscles. They also help regulate important cell activities, are anti-inflammatory, and protect cells from oxidative stress (damage). ​ You've probably heard about all the wonderful benefits you can get from fasting. In fact, the most important difference between fasting and being on a ketogenic diet is this: on a keto diet, you get to eat! Yep - keto is like fasting, but with food.​
  • How can a keto diet help my kidneys?
    Ketogenic nutrition - like any other good nutrition plan - is made up of primarily whole foods full of vitamins and minerals your body needs to heal and perform well. So what makes keto different than any other whole food diet?​ ​ What sets kidney-friendly ketogenic nutrition apart from other whole-food diets is its unique ability to reduce kidney stress, inflammation, and metabolic strain by shifting the body’s fuel source from glucose to fat. Unlike standard whole-food approaches, keto is the best at lowering glucose and insulin levels improving blood pressure reducing inflammation and damage in the kidneys restoring healthy energy production and use in cells It’s not just about cutting carbs - it’s about strategic nutrition that helps protect and even improve kidney health while maintaining steady energy, stable mood, and reduced cravings.
  • How can keto help support my urine pH levels?
    A well-formulated, kidney-friendly ketogenic diet can actually support your kidney's ability to help regulate pH. It does this through ➡ Moderating Protein Intake: A ketogenic diet focuses on moderate protein intake, which helps prevent excessive acid production. When protein is consumed in moderation, the acid load generated by protein metabolism is reduced. ​​ ➡ The Use of Fat as the Primary Energy Source: Fat is the main source of energy on a ketogenic diet. Fat metabolism - or the breakdown and use of fat for energy and other things - produces fewer acidic byproducts compared to carbs and proteins. ​​ ➡ Reducing Intake of Acidic Carbohydrates: By significantly reducing carb intake, the keto diet cuts out many processed foods and pretty much all grains, which are acid-forming. ​​ ➡ Increasing Vegetable Intake: Most carbohydrates on well formulated ketogenic diets come from non-starchy vegetables, which are alkaline-forming foods. This helps counterbalance the acid load produced by animal proteins and other acid-generating foods. (There are people following a very low carb or even a zero carb ketogenic diet who have excellent pH levels without the addition of vegetables.) ​​ ➡ Reducing Inflammation: Inflammation is often associated with increased acidity in the body. By reducing inflammation, the body has less oxidative stress, which helps maintain a healthier acid-base balance. ​​ ➡ The Alkalinizing Effect Ketone Bodies: While ketones - produced from fats and are weak acids, when they're burned for energy they help neutralize excess acid by using up acidic particles (hydrogen ions). At the same time, they support the body's natural buffering system for keeping pH levels balanced.
  • How else can keto help me feel better?
    Beyond its benefits for kidney function, ketogenic nutrition can have a profound impact on overall well-being: ​ ➡ More Energy, Less Fatigue - Many people with a kidney disease experience chronic fatigue. Keto helps stabilize blood sugar levels, preventing energy crashes and promoting steady energy throughout the day. ➡ Improved Mood and Mental Clarity - The brain thrives on ketones, which can support better focus, mental clarity, and emotional balance—key factors in maintaining motivation for lifestyle changes. ➡ Reduced Sugar Cravings & Appetite Control - A properly formulated keto diet helps regulate hunger hormones and provide energy the body needs, making it easier to follow a kidney-friendly nutrition plan.​​​​
  • Is a keto diet sustainable?
    Absolutely! Adopting a targeted ketogenic lifestyle doesn’t mean extreme restrictions or blindly following fad diets. It’s about balancing macronutrients, focusing on nutrient-dense whole foods, and tailoring the approach to your body’s needs - all while prioritizing kidney health. ​ Are you ready to take control of your health with a strategic, science-backed approach to nutrition? We can help you. Our trained nutrition coaches have experience in working with ketogenic nutrition therapies to support kidney function.
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Remember - almost anyone can follow a ketogenic diet. The trick is you just need to do it right.​ Learn how to start a kidney-friendly ketogenic lifestyle to help reduce kidney stress, support metabolic health, manage weight, and improve energy levels.

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"Ketosis was intended to help with my polycystic kidney disease, but maintaining a constant state of ketosis was incredibly challenging. This is where Mason & Lanz made all the difference. Their systematic teaching, science-based approach, and the extensive support I received from Erin and team were invaluable. With their guidance, I was finally able to stay in ketosis consistently and noticed improvements in my health. I can't thank Mason & Lanz enough for making this possible!"

"I have ADPKD, am approaching eGFR 26 with an average eGFR decrease of 6-7 per year, and I've suffered with considerable complaints... Orsolya explained a lot to me, was very attentive, encouraging and also persistently supportive. My kidney function has now stabilized and even improved. My blood pressure is now normal, bloated belly disappeared, all the joint pain, chronic headaches and digestive issues have resolved, my inflammatory markers are now in the normal range."

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"I am CKD stage 3B, following the Ketogenic Nutrition Program for Kidney Health. Since I've been working with Erin, every lab test has shown an improvement over the one before. I’ve been able to stop some medications. The personalized coaching has been invaluable, giving me guidance and accountability I needed to stick with it. I've learned so much about how specific foods and lifestyle changes impact my kidney function, and the  constant support keeps me motivated. I highly recommend Mason & Lanz."

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Does science support keto for kidneys?

Let the trials begin! Actually, they already have. Here are just four interesting scientific publications by leading researchers showing

 

  • promise in the use of ketogenic diets for kidney disease

  • support for getting adequate protein for people with CKD

Keto for Kidneys

Too many carbs, insulin resistance, and other environmental factors can make kidney disease worse, while a well-formulated ketogenic diet may help slow its progression.

Keto for Kidneys

In this study, keto lead to reduced body fat, improved liver health, and better kidney function. 

At the same time, participants in the control and water fasting groups experienced typical disease progression.

Protein for CKD

Here, older adults with CKD who ate more protein (both animal and plant-based) had a lower risk of death, suggesting that the benefits of protein may be more important than the potential risks.

Protein for CKD

"All a low protein diet does is to shrink the patient down to the size of his kidneys."

Extreme protein restriction should only be advised when strong evidence supports it. Current evidence is not strong enough.

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