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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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Episodes

26. Getting labs done can be stressful - 5 tips to help them go smoother

5 tips from The PKD Dietitian to help you navigate PKD lab draws with confidence and to help plan for a stress-free experience.      RESOURCES Register For - PKD & Nutrition: Your Foundational Pillars Smoother...
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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:  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.  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:  "I heard that drinking celery juice will help lower my blood pressure naturally, is that true?  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.  Specifically for Nutrition and Polycystic Kidney Health, on diet for PKD.  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   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.   This is the second episode of a 3-part series 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.   Learn about Ciara's personal journey advocating for knowledge, community, and empowerment for the PKD Community.   As...
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17. Vitamin D and PKD: How To Supplement Safely

What does Vitamin D have to do with the Kidneys?  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: "What’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.   Plus how to make a plan for your supplementation routine!  Join as The PKD...
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