The PKD Dietitian Podcast

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 Diseas... more

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How many episodes does The PKD Dietitian Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 51 episodes available.

The PKD Dietitian Podcast episodes:

May 06, 202441. What The Heck is Vasopressin?
What is vasopressin and how is it connected to Polycystic Kidney Disease? In this episode, the PKD Dietitian is going to:
Break down exactly what vasopressin is.
Explain how it functions in the body and how it affects your kidneys.
Highlight how it impacts PKD cyst growth.
PLUS share dietary and lifestyle factors that impact vasopressin levels...for better or worse.

RESOURCES
BLOG: What is a Good Fluid Goal for Polycystic Kidney Disease?
EPISODE 3: Listener Q - How Much Water Should I Drink?

REFERENCES
Torres VE. Salt, water, and vasopressin in polycystic kidney disease. Kidney Int. 2020;98(4):831-834. doi:10.1016/j.kint.2020.06.001 ARTICLE LINK
Van Gastel MDA, Torres VE. Polycystic Kidney Disease and the Vasopressin Pathway. Ann Nutr Metab. 2017;70 Suppl 1:43-50. doi:10.1159/000463063 ARTICLE LINK
Taylor JM, Hamilton-Reeves JM, Sullivan DK, et al. Diet and polycystic kidney disease: A pilot intervention study. Clin Nutr. 2017;36(2):458-466. doi:10.1016/j.clnu.2016.01.003 ARTICLE LINK
Amro OW, Paulus JK, Noubary F, Perrone RD. Low-Osmolar Diet and Adjusted Water Intake for Vasopressin Reduction in Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. Am J Kidney Dis. 2016;68(6):882-891. doi:10.1053/j.ajkd.2016.07.023 ARTICLE LINK
Maatje D.A. van Gastel, Vicente E. Torres; Polycystic Kidney Disease and the Vasopressin Pathway. Ann Nutr Metab 15 June 2017; 70 (Suppl. 1): 43–50. ARTICLE LINK
Torres, Vicente E.; Harris, Peter C. Strategies Targeting cAMP Signaling in the Treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. Journal of the American Society of Nephrology 25(1):p 18-32, January 2014. | DOI: 10.1681/ASN.2013040398 ARTICLE LINK
Wang, Xiaofang; Wu, Yanhong; Ward, Christopher J.; Harris, Peter C.; Torres, Vicente E.. Vasopressin Directly Regulates Cyst Growth in Polycystic Kidney Disease. Journal of the American Society of Nephrology 19(1):p 102-108, January 2008. | DOI: 10.1681/ASN.2007060688 ARTICLE LINK
Tasneem M, Mannix C, Wong A, Zhang J, Rangan G. Is serum copeptin a modifiable biomarker in autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease?. World J Nephrol. 2018;7(2):51-57. doi:10.5527/wjn.v7.i2.51 ARTICLE LINK
Bankir L, Roussel R, Bouby N. Protein- and diabetes-induced glomerular hyperfiltration: role of glucagon, vasopressin, and urea. Am J Physiol Renal Physiol. 2015;309(1):F2-F23. doi:10.1152/ajprenal.00614.2014 ARTICLE LINK
Alwis US, Delanghe J, Dossche L, et al. Could Evening Dietary Protein Intake Play a Role in Nocturnal Polyuria?. J Clin Med. 2020;9(8):2532. Published 2020 Aug 5. doi:10.3390/jcm9082532 ARTICLE LINK
Grantham, Jared J.. Therapy for Polycystic Kidney Disease? It's Water, Stupid!. Journal of the American Society of Nephrology 19(1):p 1-7, January 2008. | DOI: 10.1681/ASN.2007101100 ARTICLE LINK
Yamada Y, Fujiki H, Mizuguchi H, et al. Nihon Yakurigaku Zasshi. 2022;157(4):254-260. doi:10.1254/fpj.22006 ARTICLE LINK
Rangan GK, Wong ATY, Munt A, et al. Prescribed Water Intake in Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease. NEJM Evid. 2022;1(1):EVIDoa2100021. doi:10.1056/EVIDoa2100021 ARTICLE LINK
Sparapani S, Millet-Boureima C, Oliver J, et al. The Biology of Vasopressin. Biomedicines. 2021;9(1):89. Published 2021 Jan 18. doi:10.3390/biomedicines9010089 ARTICLE LINK

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.
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March 11, 202440. Are Raspberries good for PKD?
In this shorty episode of The PKD Dietitian we are going to dive into the question - Are Raspberries Good for PKD? For your PKD kidneys? We will explore the nutrients in raspberries, their rich antioxidant profile, address oxalate concerns, and get your mouth watering with some delish raspberries + calcium combinations.

RESOURCES
USDA FOODData Central
BLOG: Are Raspberries Good For PKD?
OXALATE LIST: Harvard’s Oxalate List
ENROLL TODAY: PKD Nutrition Academy

GET SOCIAL WITH THE PKD DIETITIAN
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/the.pkd.dietitian/
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/PKDdietitian
PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/PKDDietitian

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. If you would like to work The PKD Dietitian, please check out your opportunities at www.thepkddietitian.com.
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13min
February 26, 202439. 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?
Contact The PKD Dietitian

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.
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21min
February 12, 202438. What is the Carnivore Diet, and Are There Benefits for PKD?
In this shorty episode, The PKD Dietitian tackles the Carnivore diet, what it really is, why folks with PKD are doing it, and provides her thoughts (scientifically backed of course) on whether the meat-based dietary craze is good for Polycystic Kidney Disease.

RESOURCES:
PKD KETO PRO - more program info

CONNECT WITH THE PKD DIETITIAN
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/the.pkd.dietitian/
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/PKDdietitian
PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/PKDDietitian

REFERENCES
Can a carnivore diet provide all essential nutrients?
Micronutrient Gaps in Three Commercial Weight-Loss Diet Plans
Behavioral Characteristics and Self-Reported Health Status among 2029 Adults Consuming a "Carnivore Diet"
Limitations of Self-reported Health Status and Metabolic Markers among Adults Consuming a "Carnivore Diet"

DISCLAIMER: The PKD Dietitian Podcast is meant for educational purposes. The information provided shouldn’t be considered a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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January 29, 202437. Conceiving a PKD-Free Family: IVF & PGT-M
In this episode of the PKD Dietician podcast, host Diana Bruen talks with guest Emily Fraser about family planning with polycystic kidney disease (PKD). Emily shares her journey, including her decision to use IVF and preimplantation genetic testing (PTM) to conceive a child without ADPKD. We discuss the IVF process, and the emotional and ethical considerations often involved. The episode highlights the importance of genetic testing and the support available for those seeking to prevent passing PKD to their children.

CONNECT WITH EMILY
Website: https://www.emilyfraser.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespooniementor/
Program: https://www.emilyfraser.ca/tsp

CONNECT WITH pkDO
PKD Outreach Foundation
Website: https://www.pkdo.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pkd_outreach/
Info on IVF + PGTM: https://www.pkdo.org/pkd-free-babies

DISCLAIMER
Content on The PKD Dietitian Podcast is for informational purposes, it isn't intended as medical advice. Please consult your Dietitian and/or healthcare provider for individual recommendations.
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43min
January 15, 202435. Proactive PKD: 3 Labs I Want You To Ask for Annually
In this episode, The PKD Dietitian talks about three labs she wants you to ask for each year - Vitamin D, PTH, and Uric Acid. Learn more about the labs, why they are important for your kidney health, and your next steps to be a proactive member of your healthcare journey.
RESOURCES:
EPISODE 17: Vitamin D and PKD: How To Supplement Safely
BLOG: The Ultimate Guide to Vitamin D and Polycystic Kidney Disease
JOIN: The PKD Nutrition Academy
Do you have a question for the PKD Dietitian or a topic you would like covered?
>>> Contact The PKD Dietitian <<<
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.
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18min
January 01, 202435. Dietary Mindset Shift: Choose vs. Cheat
As we start this new year, it's the perfect time to check in around mindset and dietary changes to support PKD Health. How we talk and think about dietary changes is important.
Join The PKD Dietitian as she looks at the difference between choose vs. cheat when it comes to meals, whole days, and dietary decisions.
HIGHLIGHTS
Shifting from "cheating" to "choosing" and the significance of consistent, positive dietary changes
The power of understanding your 'why'
Embracing celebrations and traditions while maintaining health goal
CONNECT with Diana, The PKD Dietitian!
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/the.pkd.dietitian/
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/PKDdietitian
WEBSITE: https://www.thepkddietitian.com/
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.
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15min
December 19, 202334. KETO-ADPKD: What Were The Study's Results?
In this episode, The PKD Dietitian geeks out a bit looking at the recently published results of the KETO-ADPKD trial. This is the very first randomized controlled trial (RCT) looking at PKD and ketogenic diet therapy, if there was any impact on the kidneys, or if it is even doable.
Listen in for a look at:
- what was being tested
- how the study was set up
- were there any significant results?
- what did the ketogenic diet therapy look like
- The PKD Dietitian's thoughts & questions

CORRECTIONS
All participants tested ketones at home using a breath meter. Only the Ketogenic Diet group had blood ketone levels tested, at their center visits.
Participants in the Ketogenic Group received 10%, not 10 grams, of their fat from MCT.

RESOURCES
[FULL ARTICLE] Feasibility and impact of ketogenic dietary interventions in polycystic kidney disease: KETO-ADPKD—a randomized controlled trial
[EPISODE 33] What is Cystatin C and Should You Get it Tested?
[EPISODE 20] How To Start Keto Safely for Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)

LET'S GET SOCIAL
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/the.pkd.dietitian/
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/PKDdietitian
WEBSITE: https://www.thepkddietitian.com/

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.
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23min
December 04, 202333. Listener Q - What is Cystatin C and Should You Get it Tested?
Listener Q Episode! Tune in and find out:
How to look at your GFR
What Creatinine is, and what can affect lab results outside of your kidney function
What Cystatin C is, and who should talk to their MD about it getting it tested
The PKD Dietitians thoughts on which is better for PKD

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RESOURCES
NKF's GFR Calculator

DISCLAIMER
Content on The PKD Dietitian Podcast is for informational purposes, it isn't intended as medical advice. Please consult your Dietitian and/or healthcare provider for individual recommendations.
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November 20, 202332. How To Adapt A Recipe For PKD - 4 Simple Steps
In this episode, you will learn 4 steps to take to adapt a recipe to be more PKD-friendly.
You will get simple tips on how to look at protein, sodium, and even fat to uplevel what you are eating to have #PerksforPKD and to reduce kidney stressors. Go grab a favorite recipe and join the PKD Dietitian in tailoring it for PKD Health.

GRAB THE GUIDE
4 Steps to Adapt a Recipe for PKD
RESOURCES
10 Low Oxalate Greens for PKD
Is Olive Oil Good for PKD?
GET SOCIAL
Connect on INSTAGRAM
Connect on FACEBOOK

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. If you would like to work with Diana, The PKD Dietitian, please check out your opportunities at The PKD Dietitian.
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13min

FAQs about The PKD Dietitian Podcast:

How many episodes does The PKD Dietitian Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 51 episodes available.