The PKD Dietitian Podcast

The PKD Dietitian Podcast

Hosted by: Diana Bruen MS, RD

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.

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25. Potassium and PKD: Should you restrict it to keep your kidneys healthy?

With this Listener Q Episode, we are going to dive into all things Potassium & PKD. The PKD Dietitian is going to:ย  Clarify what potassium is Review Potassium's Perks for PKD #PERKSFORPKD Go over what a good...
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24. Listener Q - Curcumin and Turmeric supplements, is one better for PKD?

Listener Q Episode! "I heard that turmeric is good for PKD and that taking curcumin, although I have no idea what that is, helps with inflammation.ย  My question is...are turmeric and curcumin the same thing, they are...
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23. Listener Q - Is Celery Juice Good for Blood Pressure?

Listener Question:ย ย "I heard that drinking celery juice will help lower my blood pressure naturally, is that true?ย  Is celery juice good or bad for polycystic kidney disease?" Answer: Tune in and find out! Have a...
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22. How To Find a Dietitian To Help with PKD

Learn The PKD Dietitian's 5 favorite resources for finding a Dietitian to work with.ย  Specifically for Nutrition and Polycystic Kidney Health, on diet for PKD.ย  Plus, what to consider before you even start looking and...
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21. Top 5 Mistakes: PKD & Ketogenic Therapy - Part. 3

The 3rd episode in your 3-part Keto & PKD Series! You will learn the Top 5 Mistakes I see in the PKD Community around ketogenic therapy + PLUS my tips to avoid these mistakes ย  KETO SERIES: Ketogenic Diets: Are...
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20. How To Start Keto Safely for Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) - Part. 2

Join Diana, The PKD Dietitian, as she provides an in-depth look at the steps you need to consider and take when starting ketogenic therapy safely for PKD.ย ย  This is the second episode of aย 3-part seriesย on Keto and...
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19. Ketogenic Diets: Are They Good for PKD? - Part. 1

Dive into all things Ketogenic Therapy and Polycystic Kidney Disease with The PKD Dietitian. This is the first episode of a 3-part series! IN THIS EPISODE: You will learn about the history of ketogenic diet therapy...
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18. PKD Wellness & Community with Guest Ciara Morin

Today, on the PKD Dietitian Podcast, we are joined by special Guest Ciara Morin of PKD Wellness.ย  ย Learn about Ciara's personal journey advocating for knowledge, community, and empowerment for the PKD Community.ย  ย As...
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17. Vitamin D and PKD: How To Supplement Safely

What does Vitamin D have to do with the Kidneys?ย  Even better, what do we know about Vitamin D and Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)? In this episode, you will get some education on what Vitamin D is, how we use Vitamin...
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16. What's the Difference Between BUN and Creatinine?

LISTENER QUESTION EPISODE Q: "Whatโ€™s the difference between BUN and Creatinine, and do I need to pay more attention to one or the other with PKD, or with my diet?" A: Listen and Learn the PKD Dietitian's...
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15. Supplements and PKD: 4 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Starting One

In this episode, Diana is sharing her 4 Question Smart Guide to help you walk through if and how you should start a new supplement.ย  ย Plus how to make a plan for your supplementation routine!ย  Join as The PKD...
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14. How I became The PKD Dietitian

EPISODE RESOURCES The pkDO Outreach Foundation Email pkDO atย [email protected]ย  Or through their website at https://www.pkdo.org/contact Have a question for the PKD Dietitian or a topic you would like...
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