Today I wanted to discuss a lesser-known compound that has been linked to the development and progression of kidney disease, cardiovascular disease and diabetes, among other health conditions and that compound is called TMAO. What is TMAO? https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6651/8/11/326 TMAO (or Trimethylamine-N-oxide) is a metabolite produced by gut bacteria from choline, phosphatidylcholine and L-carnitine-rich foods (mainly…
If you or someone you know is suffering from depression, you are not alone. It is estimated that 5% of the adult population worldwide suffer from depression. Recent studies have shown that people with CKD have rates of depression up to 3 times higher than those in the general population so this is not something…
Even though autoimmune diseases are on the rise worldwide, getting an accurate diagnosis can still be a lengthy and frustrating process. ANCA vasculitis is a type of autoimmune disease that affects the small blood vessels in the body, which frequently involves the kidneys, and is one of the lesser-known causes of CKD. So what is…
Every now and then we get an email asking if our protocol and supplements can help our furry four-legged friends. The short answer is yes. Being an animal lover I have advised and treated many patient’s beloved pets with kidney disease with great success. So let’s dive into how kidney disease affects the furrier members…
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is one of the most common genetic disorders and is one of the leading causes of end stage renal disease (ESRD). Today I wanted to have a look at what PKD is and the role natural therapies can play in the management of PKD and its related complications. So let’s dive…
For thousands of years, health practitioners in China have relied on Tienchi ginseng to treat and support recovery from a wide range of health conditions. This traditional herb is so revered that the 1578 Compendium of Materia Medica (the most complete and comprehensive medical book ever written in the history of Traditional Chinese medicine) referred…
IgA nephropathy, an autoimmune condition also known as Berger’s disease, is the most common primary glomerulonephritis in the world and can result in progression to kidney failure/end-stage renal disease in some people. Thankfully, natural medicine offers a number of resources when it comes to treating IgA nephropathy and protecting the kidneys from damage. Read on…
A diagnosis of kidney cancer strikes fear in us all and unfortunately, the risk of developing cancer is increasing but there are things we can do to reduce the risk of developing cancer, just like there are herbs and supplements that can support and improve outcomes of conventional treatment. With that in mind, today I…
Gout is often considered solely as a form of inflammatory arthritis, but it truly is a systemic disease that comes along with significant comorbidities. Treatment of gout isn’t just about relieving pain, it also reduces the risk of kidney damage, high blood pressure, heart disease and diabetes. Read on for everything you need to know…
Do you know the cause of your kidney disease? If you don’t (and even if you do!), please read on. I’m a firm believer that in order to heal yourself and treat any disease, you FIRST need to understand it. If you don’t understand it, how will you know what you need to do to…
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