By Fiona Chin N.D. 
Amino Acids & Kidney Disease: Optimizing Protein Metabolism in CKD with Targeted Therapy
Managing amino acid balance in chronic kidney disease (CKD) is essential for reducing nitrogen waste, improving protein metabolism, and supporting better kidney outcomes. In this video, renal dietitian Jessianna Saville explores how targeted amino acid therapy, including the use of BCAAs, EAAs, and ketoanalogues, can improve quality of life and slow CKD progression.
When kidney function declines, waste products like urea and acid build up in the body. Strategic nutritional interventions can ease this burden, helping to preserve kidney function and reduce metabolic stress.
🎥 In this video, you’ll learn:
- How amino acids affect protein metabolism in CKD
- The roles of BCAAs, EAAs, and ketoanalogues in kidney disease management
- How nitrogen waste impacts the kidneys and how to reduce it
- When and how to use amino acid supplements safely and effectively
- Why maintaining acid-base balance (alkalinity) is critical in CKD care
- How the mTOR pathway and protein sources influence kidney outcomes
- Practical tips for improving recovery and slowing disease progression through nutrition
Whether you’re a CKD patient, caregiver, or health professional, this video provides science-backed guidance on how to use amino acids and protein strategies to support kidney health and metabolic stability.
👉 Watch now to discover how amino acid therapy can play a powerful role in CKD treatment.
00:00 Intro
00:16 Jessianna Saville Introduction
01:59 Understanding Amino Acids in Kidney Health
06:41 Keto Analogues & Protein Strategies in Advanced CKD
09:35 How Nitrogen Affects Kidney Health?
12:23 Assessing Nitrogen’s Impact on Kidney Function
15:09 Why maintaining Alkalinity is Important for Kidney Health
19:10 BCAAs, mTOR, and Kidney Disease Pathways
22:59 Guidance on Amino Acids & Kidney Recovery
26:41 Outro
