By Fiona Chin N.D. 
Ketogenic Diet for Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD): Can Metabolic Therapy Slow Progression?
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) is a genetic, progressive condition that can lead to kidney failure but emerging research suggests the ketogenic diet may offer a powerful way to slow PKD progression and support kidney health. In this video, Felix Mueller breaks down the science behind low-carb, high-fat dietary approaches for PKD management, and how they may help reduce cyst growth and regulate key metabolic pathways.
The conversation explores how ketosis, intermittent fasting, and the Warburg Effect all intersect in managing PKD at the cellular level offering real hope beyond conventional approaches.
🎥 What you’ll learn in this video:
- How the ketogenic diet may reduce cyst growth and improve kidney function in PKD
- The role of the Warburg Effect in PKD progression and metabolic disruption
- How intermittent fasting, ketosis, and hormonal balance support kidney health
- Why hydration and electrolytes are essential when using keto for kidney disease
- Key strategies to balance protein intake safely in PKD
- The best supplements for PKD management, including support for mitochondria and gut health
- How hidden triggers like inflammation and microbiome imbalance can influence PKD outcomes
Whether you’re living with PKD or exploring metabolic therapies for kidney health, this video offers practical, research-backed strategies to support better outcomes through nutrition, fasting, and targeted supplementation.
👉 Watch now to discover how the ketogenic diet could become a game-changer in PKD treatment.
00:00 Intro
00:13 Felix Mueller Introduction
01:14 The Impact of a Ketogenic Diet on PKD
05:00 Warburg Effect & PKD Progression
12:27 The Bulletproof Ketogenic Diet for PKD Management
19:50 Intermittent Fasting, Keto, and Hormones in PKD
23:26 Hydration, Electrolytes, and Their Role in Keto Adaptation
27:39 Protein Deficiency and Kidney Function Decline
33:19 Essential Supplements for PKD Management
38:10 Understanding Hidden Triggers and Gut Science in PKD
47:43 Key Takeaways for Managing PKD Effectively
55:55 Outro
