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39. Listener Q: Is a 3-Day Water Fast Good for PKD? + FAQ's

39. Listener Q: Is a 3-Day Water Fast Good for PKD? + FAQ's

FromThe PKD Dietitian Podcast


39. Listener Q: Is a 3-Day Water Fast Good for PKD? + FAQ's

FromThe PKD Dietitian Podcast

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Length:
20 minutes
Released:
Feb 26, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Listener Q Episode + FAQs 
Q: "I occasionally fast but am considering doing a long fast, like the 3-day water fast that was done in the study.  What do you think of extended fasting?  Is it good for PKD?"
A: Tune in and find out:

If there are benefits for PKD with an extended water fast
The PKD Dietitians' thoughts on if you should try a water fast
FAQs on whether you should do keto
FAQs on how much fluid you should drink
If labs are a good marker of sodium intake
PLUS ways to work with the PKD Dietitian

 
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Episode 14: How I Became The PKD Dietitian
Episode 19: Ketogenic Diets: Are They Good for PKD?
Episode 34: KETO-ADPKD: What Were The Study's Results?
Blog: What is a Good Fluid Goal for Polycystic Kidney Disease?
Info: PKD Nutrition Academy
 
QUESTIONS?
Do you have a question for The PKD Dietitian or a topic you would like covered?  
Contact The PKD Dietitian
 
REFERENCES 
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8369953
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37377031/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29455546/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7929006/
 
 DISCLAIMER
The PKD Dietitian Podcast is meant for educational purposes only.  Information presented should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.  
 
Released:
Feb 26, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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The PKD Dietitian podcast is hosted by Diana Bruen, a PKD nutrition expert. Join as Diana digs into health, nutrition, research, and all things proactive & protective for Polycystic Kidney Disease.