39. Listener Q: Is a 3-Day Water Fast Good for PKD? + FAQ's
Listener Q Episode + FAQs
Q: "I occasionally fast but am considering doing a long fast, like the 3-day water fast that was done in the study. What do you think of extended fasting? Is it good for PKD?"
A: Tune in and find out:
- If there are benefits for PKD with an extended water fast
- The PKD Dietitians' thoughts on if you should try a water fast
- FAQs on whether you should do keto
- FAQs on how much fluid you should drink
- If labs are a good marker of sodium intake
- PLUS ways to work with the PKD Dietitian
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Episode 14: How I Became The PKD Dietitian
Episode 19: Ketogenic Diets: Are They Good for PKD?
Episode 34: KETO-ADPKD: What Were The Study's Results?
Blog: What is a Good Fluid Goal for Polycystic Kidney Disease?
Info: PKD Nutrition Academy
QUESTIONS?
Do you have a question for The PKD Dietitian or a topic you would like covered?
REFERENCES
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8369953
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37377031/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29455546/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7929006/
DISCLAIMER
The PKD Dietitian Podcast is meant for educational purposes only. Information presented should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.