Why so many people with CKD stay exhausted despite iron tablets, what the research shows about the gut, and what I look at in clinic. If you have chronic kidney disease and you are exhausted all the time, there is a good chance anaemia is part of the story. And there is a good chance…
What the trials actually show, where the argument is still live, and what I see in clinic For fifty years, one of the first things a person with chronic kidney disease was told at diagnosis was to cut back on protein. It became so routine that most people never questioned it. Eat less protein, spare…
Receiving a diagnosis of a chronic illness can feel like the moment your entire world changes. One conversation. One phone call. One scan or blood test. In an instant, the future you had imagined can feel uncertain, and life becomes divided into two chapters: before the diagnosis and after it. The emotional impact of chronic…
Vasopressin is a hormone that plays a central role in how your body manages fluid balance, but its effects go far beyond simply keeping you hydrated. Growing research reveals that vasopressin is closely linked to kidney function, the progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD), and broader metabolic health. While many people have heard of vasopressin…
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is widely understood as a progressive genetic disorder characterised by the relentless formation and expansion of fluid-filled cysts within the kidneys. Over time, these cysts multiply and enlarge, gradually displacing healthy renal tissue and driving progressive loss of kidney function. PKD can also affect the liver and pancreas, and is associated…
Autoimmune diseases are a group of conditions in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own tissues. When exploring the connection between autoimmune disease, gut health, and chronic kidney disease (CKD), several key autoimmune conditions are particularly relevant. These include Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, IgA Nephropathy, ANCA-Associated Vasculitis (AAV), Anti-Glomerular Basement Membrane Disease, Sjögren’s Syndrome,…
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) has traditionally been viewed as a disorder of blood pressure, blood sugar and kidney filtration. However, emerging research into the gut–kidney axis suggests that CKD may also be deeply connected to the health of the gut microbiome. Could chronic kidney disease partly be a microbiome-driven condition? According to the Centres for…
Introduction If you’ve been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD), you’ve likely heard about creatinine, eGFR, and potassium levels. But there’s a crucial enzyme that most doctors and even medical textbooks still aren’t discussing: renalase. Discovered only in 2005, this remarkable protein plays a central role in kidney health, blood pressure regulation, and the body’s…
Oxytocin is often called the ‘love hormone’ because of its well-known role in childbirth, breastfeeding, and emotional bonding. But emerging research reveals this remarkable hormone does far more than foster maternal connection. Scientists are now discovering that oxytocin plays a crucial role in kidney function and may offer significant protective benefits for people with chronic…
Discover the fundamental role electrons play in your health and learn science-backed strategies to optimize your body’s electrical balance for disease prevention and kidney protection. Why Electrons Are the Missing Link in Your Health Journey Most people think about health in terms of diet, exercise, and medications, but there’s a fundamental layer that’s often overlooked:…
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