Reverse Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) [Improve Kidney Function with Diet] 2024

[@chadjeffreyallen5190]

Thank you for this video. My Nephrologist (Kidney Doc) said exactly what you cautioned that I was spilling protein and that going forward I should never eat more than 78 grams of protein a day because too much will cause my body to spill more protein. This never made sense to me. He also said taking NSAIDs probably contributed over the years. Turns out after getting back on Keto and a retest that CKD came up negative on the next test. You are the greatest. Keep up the good work.

[@KenDBerryMD]

This is awesome Chad! Avoid those NSAIDs, and those carbs!!!

[@prettyboyboo6901]

Did your weak kidneys make you swell up with fluid retention?

[@chadjeffreyallen5190]

Boo R no. I was on Keto lost 30lbs and after a series of events, surgery, mom passing and throwing out my back, I gain it all back pretty quick. That threw off all my numbers including pushing me into T2 diabetes. I had no medical problems while on Keto and now am starting over. Moral of the story life happens, but you gotta get back on track and that’s what I’m doing.

[@prettyboyboo6901]

@@chadjeffreyallen5190 thx

[@russellrobinson505]

@@KenDBerryMD God! You are so right! Wish I had learned this sooner. .Had kidney stones 4 or 5 a year until I quit drinking the city water here! Thanks again for taking the time to teach us and encourage us in the right direction! God bless you and have a Happy New Year!

[@marilynncdufeliz]

I pray for complete healing for all of you in Jesus name as my wife suffers from reaccurent kidneys stones and has a complex renal aneurysm per her vascular surgeon I rebuke all kidney disorders in the mighty name of Jesus and by the power of his blood Amen!

[@lindadurand247]

Yes Amein, thank you 🙏

[@PreciousSullivan]

Amen

[@Christ.Called]

Amen

[@bluzedogg]

I guess it's nice but why do you have to tell us? your prayers aren't going to do anybody any good they're just going to make you feel better about yourself. And you telling us that you're going to pray for us is just making you feel good about yourself. If God has a plan, why I pray? ridiculous.

[@Mom4life.]

Thank you. ❤ amen.

[@easypeasy1216]

I reversed kidney disease from stage 4 to normal functions on Keto way of eating.

[@banjobenson9348]

can you tell us what your GFR readings were etc and age ? thanks

[@Emma-jouan]

Great.. what you eat. You do IF..???

[@ritabrunton4391]

Oh thank you so much for sharing. How long did it take you to get your health back

[@ritabrunton4391]

@@banjobenson9348 gfr 30 and 64 years and one kidney

[@easypeasy1216]

@@ritabrunton4391 it only took 2 months for gfr numbers to start getting better, but when I began IF 18:6, and then eventually one meal a day, is when the kidneys went back to normal functions.

[@mitchcohn1800]

I was diagnosed with stage 4 kidney disease going on stage five my EGFR WAS 15 in the hospital came home after 10 days in, and after eating all vegetables my EGFR went up to 26in 7 days!! God only know how much higher I can bring it… my wife is smarter than some of these doctors at the VA hospital!!! that deal with this every day👍 YOU CAN DO IT!!!

[@ronnie_g5051]

What were things that you did and the vegetables that you ate to bring your GFR up within 7 days?

[@seriousbeaner3059]

So awesome kick kd butt bro I'm sick also I have HBP and diabetic and they removed my left kidney 20 years ago I'm 42 and hate my life but I know I'm suffering hope there's better days ahead

[@sharonfoust-mills936]

You have to have stable diet and behaviors (fasting, exercise, etc) for 90 days to get an ACCURATE egfr. If you did it for less than 90 days, you can't trust that egfr result because you've artificially lowered creatinine and that's going to be temporary

[@ronnie_g5051]

@sharonfoust-mills936 Ok, I'm trying to gather as much info as I can for a relative who's dealing with stage 5 CKD, do you have any recommendations that would help with heart failure, because now their heart failure is causing their kidney gfr to go back down after it had been improving..

[@Learnwithlotsoflove]

​@@ronnie_g5051 sir plz focus on creatine as alway allopath doctor says it could not but it decreases with proper diet limitation of water exercise like not heavy exercise exercise related to breathe and ayurvedic medicine since it's my father experience still we are struggling that if creatine decrease egfr also decrease or not since my father is also CKD patient of stage 5

[@enila1212]

I had CKD 3 for years. After doing keto for half a year my creatinine level is normal now. My mum reversed her diabetes 2. Unbelievable.

[@nivedajackson]

Can you help me out how to do it pls. Am a CKD patient

[@georgewilley9609]

Would love to hear about you starting keto and the transition. In a similar situation

[@enila1212]

@@nivedajackson I just limited my carbs to 20-30 g a day and stopped abusing diet coke. There are tons of great videos on KZbin,e.g. diet doctor or dr berry, Dr. Eric berg...I learned everything by watching videos and reading books.

[@filipinaslagasca3018]

pls help what is keto diet can you tell me because i have ckd 5 dailysis 2 times a week pls help

[@hecate235]

@@filipinaslagasca3018 You can start by watching videos by Dr Berry here, and by Eric Berg. Different teaching styles but good information. Watch a number of clips until you understand what you need to do, and then just slide into it. You want the best food and veggies you can afford. But whatever you can afford it will be better than most of the cr_p that's advertised. But watch the videos first, and read up about it on the web. And if you already know how to cook, you're ahead. Good luck.

[@bluzedogg]

I have reversed my CKD from stage 3 to Stage 2 by fasting every other day for 4 months and when I did eat it was keto and carnivore. not one doctor at the VA Hospital would understand how I did this.

[@thel-dawg868]

Hey brother the VA just diagnosed me with stage 2. Do you workout when u fast?

[@bluzedogg]

@@thel-dawg868 I wasn't back then. I'm working out 3 or 4 times a week now pretty hard in the gym. I am primarily carnivore but I do have some keto days and I'm cheating every now and then. I have a friend who fixed his egfr from stage 3 to perfect. All the proof we need that big Pharma owns the medical industry, and that obviously includes the VA Medical industry, is that no Primary Care provider is going to tell us to go on keto to fix our egfr, not to mention improve your a1c. It's ridiculous that they don't do it.

[@ParisAngelCosmetics]

I just went to the ER because I injured myself I came out with a different diagnosis ugh. The Doctor said one kidney has shrunk idk what that means 😢

[@ritageisen7894]

Thank you for sharing this

[@ritageisen7894]

Thank you Dr Berry

[@Birdsafe]

Wanted to add that my wife had an eGFR of 59 back in 2019. She started low carb about 15 months ago, plus took herself off Simvistatin -- latest bloodwork shows an eGFR of 81!! Creatinine levels also show marked improvement over the same period. She has reversed stage 3 CKD! Thanks Dr. B!

[@toyj4429]

Would you help me please I don't believe in my doctor.

[@BirdsafeToys]

@@toyj4429 follow a good keto diet as explained in Dr. Berry's videos

[@Rob-bq6ek]

What stage is she in now?

[@realrosesforever3847]

Did she do low carb or go Keto all the way?

[@susantaulli6580]

If she had an eGFR of 59, then she wasn’t in Stage3 CKD.

[@jameswhite1910]

My kidneys failed completely - Nephro said it was because of hypertension and when pressed on what caused the hypertension he said - and I am not kidding here - my bad kidneys caused the hypertension. This is how my journey into medical research and "N of 1" study began. Years later, I have learned a lot. I have a new kidney from a close friend and I am healthier now than ever before. I am full-on carnivore and have seen so MANY things reverse that I am now looking expectantly at my old kidneys; "are you guys going to wake up soon?". In the end, I now know enough to say with confidence that it was INFLAMMATION that killed my kidneys and caused that hypertension/kidney suicide loop. For me, a man of Northern European ancestry, the enemy is carbohydrates.

[@fishnlady]

I believe what you say is so true. Carbs were killing me and I really did not eat that much like some people do but the body will tell you that you are eating stupid when the inflammation hits you in many parts of your body.

[@JoseantonioInfantesanjorge]

Hello, please urgent help. I have been watching hundreds of videos for 2 or 3 years. I have had chronic kidney disease for 12 years. I have been on dialysis for 3 years and had a kidney transplant for 8 years. I could reverse my kidney function by doing a keto diet. ? 😭 😭 😭 😭, I've been depressed for 12 years, help, I'm desperate, I beg you, someone help me, Doctors and testimonies, I beg you, help me, could you revive my kidney function? 

[@dionneaseals]

​@@JoseantonioInfantesanjorgeI heard that nettle tea and activated charcoal were a big help. Look into this.🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@justmytwobits]

@@JoseantonioInfantesanjorge I hope someone answers you.

[@MohamedAmineAitMbarek]

@@JoseantonioInfantesanjorge my mom have CKD Stage 3B, i follow this diet that i will tell you and it works for my mom. > eat these fruit : a handful of bleuberries, 5-10 strawberries, 1 apple, little slice of pineapple. > for vegetables search in google for top foods low in potassium if you have potassium high, also search for vegetables kidney friendly diet, > for protein eat skinless chicken, egg whites, and also search for how much protein you need to eat for your stage of CKD. > tell your doctor how much water you need to drink per day. > don't stress yourself and have a good sleep everynight, because the body heals in night. i wich i help you a little

[@RonaldKragnes]

@1:47 "What causes kidney damage is chronically high blood sugar, and chronically high insulin levels in the bloodstream caused by your diet."

[@jayhm4331]

@@RonaldKragnes could be TRUE. I have them ALL

[@Aimee03110]

Not high protein? As others have suggested

[@ashutoshbaresa9296]

@@Aimee03110 yes sir High protein also

[@madenajackson5161]

Thanks Doctor Ken I'm new to your channel I was just in stage 4 3 months ago I am now stage 3b just simple diet will improve your kidneys I have not tried the keto diet but I have took animal protein out of my diet and only eating fruit and vegetables and a lil fish and I am shocked that my egfr numbers was 22L 3 months ago and I am now 32L by the grace of god

[@dianasherwood9647]

thats the opposite of what he just explained tho, sugars, carbs are not good for the kidneys, fruit is loaded so be careful

[@johnfoy2840]

I'm 69 and just had a eFGR reading of 62. I panicked. My doctor said, "60 is Chronic Kidney Disease." I've watched over five hours of videos on this subject on KZbin and you were the most logical, sensible and helpful of everyone. Thank you so much for giving me some hope and some very helpful advice.

[@stephensams709]

Anything below 60 is considered CKD, assuming that it is above 60 on each blood test and you're not spilling protein in your urine. I'm 68 and my eGFR is in the 50's, so I have stage 3A with no protein. Yours would be considered stage 2 and is not too bad for your age. I'm no doctor, but this is what I've been told by my Nephrologist. If I were you, I would get a second opinion or at least have another lab done to see if it is consistent.

[@johnfoy2840]

@@stephensams709 Wow. That was so kind of you to take the time to write to me. Thank you very much Stephen!!

[@johnnyamerica4336]

@@stephensams709 - Stephen, I’m a 60 y/o male with high BP, type 2 diabetes and CKD3. I exercise, but could do more. I have lost 25 lbs over the past 6 months and am 15 pounds from my preferred BMI, however I am muscular (mesomorph). I eat pretty good. No red meat, plant based milk, I avoid salt and minimize sugars. I know I could do better- by eating strictly a plant based diet. I’m scared because my labs are not good. My CKD3 is almost CKD4. The most frustrating thing is I have always worked out, never drank or smoked and I have CKD. The Nephrologist said the VA hospital gave me 6+ contrast dye images in just 13 months!! Plus more in the years prior. He said that certainly caused serious damage to my kidneys. Obviously the blame game gets me no where. As I said, I’m scared. Do you think a more strict diet and more weight loss will improve my labs? I’m praying and trying. I know I can do more. What are your tips? Thank you

[@rodolfofrancisco5305]

If there are no damage to the kidney such as protein in urine and your eGFR is 60 or above then you do not have chronic kidney deseas.

[@billienugent9730]

Oh I wow! Finally a doctor that talks about ckd how it can be improved. So tired of doctors that only allow 10/15 minutes for a visit and never say anything concerning your medical problems and how to improve!!!

[@tommy7fun]

You are so right. Many doctors don't care enough and don't even deserve to be called a doctor.

[@user-bh8ns1vv8c]

Hi Billie, How are you right now? hope you be good.

[@jonathanclark2072]

I had 30% kidney function in April 19 After seeing a dietician, going on renal diet, losing 25 pounds - 3 months later my functions were back to normal limits. (31 GFR to 71 GFR I think) Yes, diet works. It does. Weight control and BP and sugars are a major factor. Good luck!

[@fallback8314]

were you close to dialysis? no?

[@vicki7807]

So you didnt do keto. How much protein were you allowed

[@Islamisthecultofsin]

+fall back Kidney failure is at GFR < 15% Dialysis begines

[@locvu6185]

Do you think it's permanently reversed? Or do you have to live this diet for the rest of your life? Thank you.

[@my_name_is_nat]

+Jonathan Clark Can you share your diet plan

[@KarolinaSays]

so glad you put out this information. i am keto now for about 10 months and my CKD reversed from borderline stage 4 to stage 2 (38%-60%) its incredible.

[@cheriharris1646]

Please help me stage four kidney disease

[@alien_contact2985]

@@cheriharris1646 You can start by doing a 16hr off 8hr on eating schedule. Start incorporating some fats into your diet, good fats. Avocado, coconut oil, grass fed beef if you can. Boiled chicken , eggs. On the weekends add sweet potato to your meals as a side. Buy gallons of distilled water and begin adding a small amount of pink Himalayan salt to it in the mornings and evenings. Start conditioning your body to be able to fast for at least 1 day a week. Limit exercise, only light walking. Focus on diaphragm breath work and meditation. Never give up. Dialysis can keep you alive but it's a prison, and the schedule is absolutely brutal. You need to start limiting what goes into your body so your organs can start healing. Look up keto for kidney health. Good luck.

[@technicaltalkstt9541]

Plz help me stage 5

[@KarolinaSays]

@@alien_contact2985 i agree with everything you're saying. intermittent fasting and kept saved my life. for beginners, i recommend a lot of research and planning out your week. when i tried to go day by day i would get overwhelmed and i would fall off ketosis very quickly. once i started meal prepping and always having a ketosis option and being ready, it became a lot easier.

[@akshaydhadwal9731]

Karolina could you elaborate about your water intake??

[@joecrowder8893]

Thanks for the great video. My eGFR went from 51 to 67 by eating low carb, staying away from cokes and drinking water with my meals and after every time I peed.

[@Ed_Gein]

how long did it take you to get there? mine is 61 border line and im changing my diet to whatever it takes. right now, meditteranian, some fish and vegs fruit as much as possible.

[@chaudhryshahid2113]

@@joecrowder8893 hi brother if you don't mind please let me know how you increased your eGfr. Because in November 2023 my egfr was 61, in Feb 2024 egfr was 53 and in August 2024 comes down at 51, please give me detail food list which vegitables you ate at that time. Please

[@rishardali9869]

Please I will appreciate your help also as I am diagnosed with stage 3ckd and an egrf of 58​@@chaudhryshahid2113

[@Healitnow]

I had total stage 5 on both kidneys in 1990 and have never taken a dialysis appointment ever. I treat myself totally with herbs, natural medicines, and a restricted liquid intake that removes all things harmful to the kidneys. I live just fine, in fact better than any one on earth that takes dialysis. I also have totally restored kidney function, and have had since 1990. I live well, in great health, and have to do a rebuild program about every 15 years or so.

[@anesusanyika2207]

May you please share on the kind of herbs you take.

[@barryroberson5208]

working with WEI Kidney institute (herb formula) have proturnia etc HBP and type II a bit different for my husband NO keto protein high dropped numbers bad. only for 1 month!

[@user-bh8ns1vv8c]

Hi Harvey, can you tell me about your herbs and diet please? thank you.

[@user-bh8ns1vv8c]

@@barryroberson5208 Hi Barry how is your husband doing now?

[@ingridjocelynab1]

Can you share. It????? Please!!!

[@noahbody2514]

I was 2 points from dialysis in July of 2018,,, today my function is now normal,,, I did it and so can you!!

[@angiebrown4211]

Amen thats inspirational!

[@freakzgaming9696]

Can you tell me how? Im so scared.

[@noahbody2514]

@@freakzgaming9696 I spent every minute I possibly could on KZbin searching every site for how to reverse kidney failure,, watch as much as you can,, learn All you can,, it's not hard, you can do it brother,, stay away from the carbs!! That is a must.

[@noahbody2514]

@@freakzgaming9696 I love Ken Berry,, God bless him for what he does,, but there are doctors that post on KZbin that focus directly on kidney failure that can help you just as they did me,, do not give up brother you can do it,, I've been diabetic over 12 years and I feel better now than I did 15 years ago!

[@freakzgaming9696]

As ive watched the video several times. I should stop injecting insulin and just focus on diet?

[@acepaul407]

I'm going to give this a go. Nothing to lose and everything to gain.

[@mandatoryservice3253]

Could you share your experience? My brother is cr 4.5. I am very worry about it.

[@rhondae8222]

Dr Berry, I love the fact that you believe diseases and disorders can be reversed to some degree. Thanks for giving people hope in terms of their health. You are absolutely a God send.☺️

[@yangjawji3887]

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[@peterpetrelli9701]

My doctor recently told me that jogging could add years to my life. I think he was right. I feel ten years older already.

[@jscribner7762]

Ali M Ali Okay...that was hilarious! 😆

[@mariadelapena9053]

🤣

[@Ironclad6661]

ROFL!! You sir win the internet trophy for best joke!

[@slyviewer99]

Nice one! best joke of the day!

[@radioactivebanana6774]

I hate running! Pilates, yoga, dance, much more fun!

[@Coverly573]

8/6/2024 I was diagnosed with stage 4 CKD. My heart dropped to floor. My doctor explained to exactly what you said about low carb diet. Well she didn't know but my diabetes doctor started me on a low carb diet 2 weeks ago and so far my sugars has come down. Thanks for sharing.

[@peterdockrill9653]

just been eating meat and little veg and lemon for 2 years after years of high carb, got a 6 pack for first time in my life aged 61.

[@stalstonestacy4316]

I think a lot of people if not most go into medical fields because they want to change/save lives. You are doing that Dr Berry, like a boss. A million thanks. See you in the LIVE @ 7

[@gregschroer2314]

Yeah but if you're just a regular MD. You're a slave to Big Pharma No Way Around It

[@Myronkline]

Dr Berry where is your clinic located? Thanks

[@hmaccihvsienna]

THANK YOU. MY KIDNEY DOCTOR HAS NEVER SAID ONE SINGLE WORD ABOUT DIET. HE ONLY MENTIONS WHEN SOMETHING IS TOO HIGH.I'VE HAD TO DO MUCH RESEARCH BUT YOU HAVE MADE IT MUCH EASIER! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!

[@DADVICETV]

Diet can certainly improve kidney function! I was diagnosed at GFR 13 and have used diet to get to GFR 29 in just 4 months! I plan to try the Keto diet soon once my GFR stops climbing with my current diet (which is LOW carb, just not as low as a Keto diet). Thanks for these videos Doc - I have enjoyed following you since I was diagnosed and use them for inspiration!

[@spreadlove7761]

its funny because I do high carb low fat and that works also! thats crazy how both work but you cant mix both together

[@Fearzero]

@@spreadlove7761 It's the type of carbs that matter and avoiding sugary drinks and alcohol. Refined carbs are terrible.

[@lengzaile6999]

@@spreadlove7761 Can you tell me what type of carbs do you mostly eat?

[@lengzaile6999]

@@Fearzero The common denominator seems to be not too much protein

[@Fearzero]

@@lengzaile6999 for sure that's why whole plant diet is optimal for kidney patients

[@FLJD427]

I lke Dr. Berry's can-do positive attitude backed by his own practical clinical experience and research.

[@terrythompson1859]

G3

[@andrewsoon8062]

He's basically telling people that proteinuria doesn't harm our kidneys, which can't be further from the truth. It DOES.

[@Hornet135]

@@andrewsoon8062 He didn’t say that at all. He said protein (albumin) in the urine is a sign of kidney disease/damage. Albumin and dietary protein are not the same. The protein is not the problem, the filter is. Even Dr. Jason Fung says basically the same thing.

[@andrewsoon8062]

@@Hornet135 2:24 “The way doctors diagnose kidney failure is by finding albumin in your urine”. No we don't do that. And by the way, do you know anything about the interstitial damages that albumin itself can cause? Have you ever thought about why doctors have to lower the levels of proteinuria in many patients? Please ONLY talk about medicine when you've at least attended med school.

[@andrewsoon8062]

@@Hornet135 Proteinuria plays an important role in the progression of kidney diseases. It causes inflammation and fibrosis through complicated reactions.

[@SniffBackBetter]

Your channel is a breath of fresh air. Searching the internet brings up such pessimistic results re: reversing CKD (i.e. "It's impossible. The best you can do is slow it down or maybe stop it from progressing.") but your videos and the positive comments from other viewers are very encouraging.

[@ralph6270]

In January of 2018 I had stage 3 kidney disease, went on a Keto diet, lost over 60 pounds, and in October of 2018 my kidneys tested 'normal'. My doctor told me he couldn't understand it because CDK was not supposed to be reversible, all he could say was "keep doing what you are doing'. I also got my triglycerides down to normal, no longer pre-diabetic, no longer taking med for high blood pressure and feel great. I also have gout and couldn't take anything for it due to the CDK, it is under control naturally, still have minor flareups but nothing like I did before Keto.

[@thanhnguyen-lc7gn]

Ralph Dettwller I'm stage 4 kidney disease, please advise what is Keto diet? where to buy the foods. Thank you

[@DADVICETV]

Ralph, similar experience here. I was diagnosed at Stage 5 and used diet and lifestyle changes to get to Stage 3 in 5 months. My Nephrologist told me I had "Zero" chance of getting better, and now she tells me my diet is wrong and I shouldn't be improving, but to keep doing what I am doing since it is working. I've chatted with doctors and researchers all around the world and have been using their recommendations to eat better. I'm not on Keto yet but start Keto next Wednesday. I have an exact date to start for 2 reasons - 1 to track everything so that I can see exactly what Keto does for me (I've been documenting my journey through Kidney Disease online), and I ordered a food service to make all my meals the first month so that I'm eating correctly. That also gives me time to learn meal combos that I can start making in the future.

[@CreativeDee]

@@DADVICETV , I'm not stalking you :) I just noticed your comment here and wanted to let you know that tonight I have spoken to different people on Facebook & KZbin and have found most people with Kidney disease have increased their kidneys back to normal by doing Keto as well as doing 16 hours fasting and having an 8 hour window of eating their 2 meals. They have also done alternative days of fasting. Some did some One Meal A Day (OMAD) now & then too. So many people are having great results and it is so pleasing to see.

[@CreativeDee]

@@DaleARobbins , Are you a Diabetic or have Kidney Disease or both ?

[@fallout8541]

thanh nguyen it’s high fat, moderate protein and low carb diet. A lot of info online. Vietnamese food can be tweaked to keto since you also eat fats and organs.

[@tanyagoodpasture761]

I'm glad I came across your video. I just had my 32-year anniversary for my kidney transplant. The doctor called and said I needed to go on the kidney transplant list. My Cratinine is 3.0 , which it jumps from 2.3 to 3.0. Thank you for your help. It's mandated to have the Covid jab if you get a transplant. I refuse the jab!

[@farshimelt]

After 5 days on this Keto diet, my urine has gone from dark brown to light yellow, from a strong urine smell to a very faint normal urine smell. My stool is consistent, in color, shape, and frequency. I'll have my blood tested in Sept. and find out what other changes have taken place. 2 days ago, I ate my first steak in years, and I'll be eating more of them. If I can go from stage 5 ckd to stage 4, I'll be satisfied. All the CKD diets made my tests worse.

[@vikasmahto8815]

Pls reply now any improvement??

[@dollydelights]

Dr. Berry is so right! April 8th 2016 my husbands kidney function was 52% 20 20 months later on a low carb diet December 8th, 2018 it is 73%...So your body can heal its kidneys if you do it right!!!!

[@vicki7807]

So did he do a normal low carb diet or a Keto diet. They are both low carb but very different.

[@dhpth]

I think the kidney is not healed by diet but because when our weight is reduced so the kidney worked load is also reduced so it is enough space to filter the blood

[@locvu6185]

Is this permanent? Or does he have to stay on this diet for life? Thank you.

[@theankurgautam]

@@locvu6185 make it for lifelong. That's better for CKD. cheat meals one should go for occasionally.

[@user-bh8ns1vv8c]

Hi Chrestina, how are your husband doing now? Hope he is better.

[@00kidney]

One of the best explanations on how CKD works. Thank you Doc, this channel is always a source of solid advice.

[@Sitnubs]

@@robbidi123 We've been eating meat for 24 hours 4 of those recent hours we started agriculture and 9 seconds out of the day we've been eating refined carbs and sugars, but yeah go ahead and blame the meat....

[@Sitnubs]

@@robbidi123 200,000. Dude you're off by about 2.3 million years. We've been consuming meat literally millions of years before the bow and arrow was invented. Meat consumption solely responsible for evolution and the development of our brains.

[@Sitnubs]

@@robbidi123 So you're just going to skip over millions of years of evolution and stick to the bow and arrow topic? Ok.

[@Sitnubs]

@@robbidi123 Ripped right from National Geographic: Eating meat is thought by some scientists to have been crucial to the evolution of our ancestors’ larger brains about two million years ago. By starting to eat calorie-dense meat and marrow instead of the low-quality plant diet of apes, our direct ancestor, Homo erectus, took in enough extra energy at each meal to help fuel a bigger brain. Digesting a higher quality diet and less bulky plant fiber would have allowed these humans to have much smaller guts. The energy freed up as a result of smaller guts could be used by the greedy brain, according to Leslie Aiello, who first proposed the idea with paleoanthropologist Peter Wheeler. The brain requires 20 percent of a human’s energy when resting; by comparison, an ape’s brain requires only 8 percent. This means that from the time of H. erectus, the human body has depended on a diet of energy-dense food-especially meat.

[@jawadgujjar9069]

Ur chanel also help full for ckd

[@MannyBigCityRamirez]

This just blew my mind. Today is my 4th year Post Transplant. Yesterday my Nephrologist told me I was at 14% function. Today going forward I'm doing everything to reverse it.

[@louisezaros1616]

If you are already post transplant why are you at 14 % function ? Like failing again ?

[@Jb-rp2wm]

Dr. Berry, THANK YOU! I was recently diagnosed with stage 3 CKD and referred to a nephrologist. My goal has been to reverse this as well as prevent having to take a statin for high cholesterol by way of intermittent fasting and the Keto diet. In the last 45 days I have lost 25 pounds and feel great. I am working out regularly and eating grass fed, grass finished beef along with minimizing my carb intake. Your channel is truly a life saver.

[@AF-fo9zv]

How is your CKD following this new routine?

[@Maria-fj9bz]

🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@user-bh8ns1vv8c]

Hi Jb ,how are you now?

[@pgsats]

Hi I just came across your your detailed comment about your journey can you tell me if you’re CKD has improved

[@gregorymccullough8499]

I am a prostate patient my wife is dealing with kidney failure she just started dialysis the only reason I am commenting is because doctors and hospitals want to make money on all sorts of tests not saying they are not needed I'm dealing with prostate not kidney issues but I will say this they will put you on dialysis as quick as possible if it's needed so soon just be aware I like this guy most won't tell you these things.

[@jphone9200]

insulin enlarges prostate

[@dionneaseals]

Look into nettle tea (for prostate too) and activated charcoal.

[@giaaguilar661]

You are awesome! I am going to see my granddaughter graduate from high school in Clarksville Tennessee. I wish I could see you Doctor Berry. You have been such a blessing! I have lost almost 40 lbs since February 2022 on keto.💪

[@Lantanana]

I appreciate every ray of light I get on kidney disease, since I have it. I recently moved to a zero added sugar & zero seed oil diet, with fresh veggies every single day, along with something vinegar (vinegar, fresh pickles, kraut, etc). I feel 1000% better!? I hope to make the very best of my current situation. My next battery of blood tests in a few months will let me know if any of the numbers changed. But I feel so much better, this diet is worth it regardless of whether it improves the numbers!!!

[@bluzedogg]

If you improved by eating vegetables, which Dr Barry is telling you not to do, you probably have leveled out and need to go Keto, which is minimal carbohydrates.

[@christiejohnston8538]

Thank you. I reversed my type 2 diabetes and am now just barely into the pre-diabetic range with intermittent fasting but I now have a eGFR of 64 so I will try a stricter keto diet and see how I do on my next blood test.

[@jphone9200]

keep us posted

[@SriyaSankar]

Tq doctor..i from Malaysia..i realy disturbing about my husband ckd 3a eGFR 58..NOW I literally released stress..when listen when watch u video tq

[@shouldibehere]

Statins! Taking low dose statin and my kidney function was at 50. Stopped taking the statin and five months later kidney function was at 55. Fast forward another six months without statins and kidney function is now at 60. The ONLY thing I changed was that I stopped taking the statin. I'd love to see a study showing a correlation between statin use and declining kidney function.

[@leen1q84]

Wow that's interesting to know

[@giovannivessella]

Wow I was thinking the same thing. 👌

[@deborahbryant4491]

Check out "Dadvice" on You Tube to see how he reversed his kidney disease, after being told that he needed to start Dialysis !! He explains EVERYTHING & has guest Drs. & Dieticians on to explain everything, also. Don't miss it !!! He no longer needs Dialysis .

[@a.marvellehoneyman4560]

Yes!!!

[@dionneaseals]

Wow! So how are you doing?

[@ammaad1972]

My father died from renal failure. He had severely uncontrolled diabetes and diagnosed late. Doctors advised low protein and balanced diet... Moderate carbs etc. Wish i had known all this a few years ago. He ended up with kidney failure, dementia, wheelchair, bad heart, breathing problems.... Its because of him that i am keto.... Wouldnt wish his long drawn out death upon anyone.

[@fallback8314]

what do you mean by severely uncontrolled? do you remember where his blood sugar reading were at?

[@skmdsamim6491]

So sad i condemned it

[@genregurl]

I'm sorry to hear about your Dad hun. Xoxo. I lost Dad several years back as well and ita so painful.

[@SarahPoulin]

My grandmother died because of Type 2 Diabetes. She had a quadruple bypass, ended up on dialysis (kidney failure), went blind in one eye, and developed colon cancer (which is due to chronically high insulin levels). Millions of people have been killed because of poor, official, dietary advice.

[@wickedmirage]

I'm so sorry for your loss. My father ended much the same as yours. He passed back in 2014. Difference between our fathers is - mine found out early, follow the American Dietetic Diet like his his life depended on it. It was a shit diet in my option, full of crap and carbs. Ended up blind, kidney transplant, that lasted a decade and then on dialysis for 12 years. Lost half a leg and so many other horrible things. Finally at 80 he passed. I didn't cry, not one tear. I loved my dad beyond belief, best dad/husband in the world. I was so relieved to see him finally out of pain and misery I couldn't cry. That's really a hell of a way to feel too. The last 30 years of his life were hell. He did everything correctly according to the Doctors but then, I saw what they did to him, half his pain and physical problems were from things the doctors themselves had done to him. Like you, I wish I had known all this years ago too. .. maybe he would not have ended so badly. He really was a good man.

[@SharonHurst56]

My doctors were not thrilled at all I was going on Keto until my Creatinine level improved on it. After 2 years, my glucose is hitting normal readings , blood pressure normal and I really believe weight loss is coming!

[@vivekjangid3235]

Can Bad Kidneys Be Corrected After Transplant?

[@leorasmoot6422]

Thank you Doctor Berry! I was just diagnosed with CKD and all my doctor told me was to drink more water. It's great to have you explain things that other doctors don't seem to have time for!!!

[@AnimaLibera]

Leora Smoot: "... the things that other doctors don't seem to have time for" or don't (want to) know anything about.

[@angiebrown4211]

Don't drink tap water or you pee stones someone posted that so switch to distilled or water bottles all the best to you may you have a full reversal.

[@billienugent9730]

Drink more water…..right but nothing to improve kidney function. Will, now I’m on a mission to improve all my medical issues are caused by one initial problem!!! What happens to our older generation that don’t have the ability….so sad!

[@CoachatCole]

My doctor told me the same thing. It’s crazy how incompetent they are because they know that they are still going to get paid by the insurance companies.

[@louisezaros1616]

Some Docs are just terrible

[@BreckKitts]

Been on a Plant based diet for 6 month's. Feeling like a 21 year old at 60... Love your video's Dr. KenDBerry

[@LoveServeOvercome]

I've been on dialysis for 2 years, excited to hear what you have to say!

[@realitylk8072]

Help me

[@spencerstephens7594]

any update?

[@TheNomadMonad]

How is it going? Have you improved?

[@nayelaakter747]

How are you now

[@terristokes3460]

After only 2 months on keto my CKD went from stage 3 to stage 2. Hoping next check in April is even better!

[@KenDBerryMD]

Awesome!

[@DannyB-cs9vx]

Same here, but my blood work is every 4 months. Looking forward to the next tests.

[@cinnamongirl3070]

Totally amazing how the body can heal itself if given the right tools!!!!

[@angiebrown4211]

What can you eat on Keto for your kidney disease?

[@terristokes3460]

Angie Brown I eat bacon and eggs and chicken, hamburger, pork, steak veggies. I also make different keto desserts using stevia. Pretty much all things keto.

[@karenblaise9208]

I directly asked my kidney dr how to reverse this stage 3 kidney disease. He said we don’t know. Thankfully I didn’t believe him and trying to stay keto for a yr now. It’s Christmas and I’ve been eating sweets. But I know what to do now and I will work on diet more. Thanks for your efforts on kidney disease,

[@tomwiles]

I started watching your videos about a month ago after learning that one of my younger brothers was taking Metformin for type two diabetes. Your videos have been particularly useful in helping me to understand why keeping dietary carbohydrates as low as possible is important for all of us, not just people with medical conditions. As a result of my research, also about a month ago I decided to cut out the major carbohydrate offenders from my own diet. No more pasta (I love pasta), no more bread, no more potatoes and no more rice. I’m 63 years old. My height is 5’10”. My weight prior to this was a steady 185. I’ve never been threatened with high blood pressure or diabetes. Since cutting out the major carbohydrate offenders I’ve lost about 10 to 12 pounds with a slow but steady continuing drop. What is interesting is that I recently found out that many others in my family are also dropping carbohydrates. I have three nieces in their mid-30’s that were all overweight to varying degrees. All three of them along with their husbands have dropped the carbohydrates and have also dropped quite a few pounds. My youngest brother’s wife who is about 50 just days ago was diagnosed with fatty liver disease and is now on a low carbohydrate diet. I’m going to do my best to educate the middle brother taking Metformin (I’m the oldest) about the benefits of dropping the carbohydrates. He seems quite receptive, in part likely helped by the fact that his daughters have dropped so much weight so effortlessly by dumping the carbs. His doctor told him if he were to lose about 40 pounds, he would likely be able to stop taking Metformin. The wonderful part of this is that eating the ketogenic way really isn’t a “diet,” and there really has to be no psychological pain associated with traditional self-starvation calorie-counting diets. Dropping the carbohydrates and making sure I eat enough fatty foods along with the proteins and vegetables I was already eating is incredibly easy. I eat until I’m full. As an added side bonus, the bloating and acid reflux that I’ve been plagued with for many years is completely gone, never to return. This is a completely natural, guilt-free way to eat.

[@driftwud1978]

But they said that high fat diet are great contributors to insulin resistance. Cutting the sugar will only reduce the symptoms but would never cure the underlying cause of type 2 diabetes which is fats in our cells?

[@annrhodes3544]

@@driftwud1978 They were wrong, weren’t they?

[@elisapetaahhing861]

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[@suzannebranscomb1711]

Metformin itself causes no kidney damage. But if kidneys aren’t function well the metformin can’t be eliminated. It will build up in the body and cause keto acidosis .

[@teenamalanga5342]

Lost 52# over past year. Now maintaining the loss with keto and intermittent fasting. No longer have acid reflux. Taking zero meds. Over 65. Hubby lost 75#…had to d/c meds for hypertension bc his BP came down (with our drs blessing of course).

[@allgood4729]

Dr. Berry. You are just plain AWESOME. Just listening to you brings me hope and happiness. Thank you.

[@ArmyOfGodXRP]

I think it would make more sense if more doctors said not to overload your body with anything. Protein, phosphorus, Oxalates, Potassium etc. Go for the Keto diet, all other things in moderation and STOP eating fast food, processed foods, sugar, dehydrated foods, salt or high sodium meals, alcohol, smoking. I'm determined to turn my Stage 3a around by changing my diet completely and coming up with creative good tasting meals using kidney friendly food and being smart when it comes to Coffee, dairy and such.

[@kenutcha7]

Another excellent and informative lesson, Dr. Ken. You are helping so many folks. This is a life-saving effort you do.

[@rachaelfulcher1811]

I have had kidney disease since 2011 and this has been the most helpful explanation I have ever received. Thank you!

[@r.krishnakumarr.krishnakum3046]

How is it now ,its fine

[@shannonmackenzie8830]

I have been on and off carnivore for a year now. I do good then fall off. On off on off. I just found out I have stage 2 CKD. It’s back on for me- now with renewed vigor! It’s no longer just a thing to try but a life saving process. Thank you Dr Berry for your videos, they keep me encouraged.

[@ritageisen7894]

Me too

[@ritageisen7894]

I just sent this video to my brother who is on the transplant list.

[@bradleygriffeth4403]

My kidney Albumin test has improved my past 2 tests thanks to going low carb(type 1 for 38yrs). Thank you for your work.

[@karenblaise858]

Thank you Dr Berry! My kidney dr told me there’s no reversing kidney disease. I lost faith in him after that. I think low carb is helping me get better.

[@annpartin]

My kidney specialist told me there was no way I could stop my calcium- oxlate kidney stones from forming every year - I would pass one and then find out I had a stone in the other kidney! I set out to prove my specialist wrong! I started taking a maintenance does of Chanca Piedrea ( from the rainforest) I use the liquid tincture by Royal Breakstone......which stopped stone formation even while taking only the maintenance dose. It works well for me, I have now gone 7 plus years with no more stones! And I don't take daily any longer...... 4 times a week.

[@AbXy-rg2th]

back in 2007 i was diagnosed with ckd 3. I exercise intensely and thought was eating healthy, high protein, veggies etc. My creatinine levels were high until i researched that by taking the supplement creatine can elevate those creatinine levels so I stopped taking creatine for a while. I told all this to my now doctor many years later that another doctor had told me I no longer have any ckd, but he refused to believe me

[@Aziraaful]

In November 2016, my mother was diagnosed with Wegener's disease. Part of her prescribed treatment was 3 initial infusions of a drug called Rituximab, which she completed early December 2016. By Christmas, she looked worse than ever. On New Year's day 2017, she was hospitalized after an xray revealed a large, infectious mass in her lungs. On January 2nd, she was transferred to the ICU. No amount of antibiotics was combatting the infection, which had spread further. Her kidneys began to fail and she was started on dialysis. On January 23, 2017, she passed away in the ICU hooked up to tubes and machines. She was only 58 years old. A few months later is when I first found and started researching keto, now carnivore. It's been three years since she passed, but I can't help but wonder if I'd known about this way of eating sooner and had been able to educate her, if she'd still be here.

[@carmenross1077]

I’m saying that to myself too re my two sisters w CKD who passed already years ago. I didn’t know about keto

[@MandeepSingh-bv2zw]

Very sad to know. May she rest in peace.

[@ImallamaToo]

My husband has Wegener's with renal involvement. I'm so sorry for your loss. It's a horrible disease.

[@DannyB-cs9vx]

For others, eGFR is a measurement of how well the kidneys filter the blood. For several years my eGFR was 55, (stage 3 kidney disease). I went Keto and dropped my medications. Last blood work the eGFR was 72, (90 is considered very good).

[@prettyboyboo6901]

Did you use to have swelling and fluid retention?

[@russellrobinson505]

@@prettyboyboo6901 yes I blew up like a balloon! High levels of calcium carbonate in city water forms deposits on pipes so fewer repairs are needed. Not good for the kidneys..no fun trying to pee rocks..keto has helped me bring a1c down and have lost weight..feeling better than I have in over 2 decades!

[@prettyboyboo6901]

@@russellrobinson505 Great news!

[@russellrobinson505]

@@prettyboyboo6901 Dr Berry won't steer you wrong!

[@ritabrunton4391]

Danny how did you work the salt? Since the kidney doc says do t use salt but keto one needs salt.

[@mwj5368]

Thanks Dr. Berry for another great video! Just heard Dr. Berg saying the opposite about too much protein in the diet causing kidney disease. I'm going to stick with your advice and the carnivore diet losing 23 lbs so far in 118 days and feeling better. I was vegetarian 32 years. I'm cutting out cheese that in my case is helping with my fluctuating weight loss. I was 280 lbs with bloating, constipation, gout, NAFLD, A1C high as 6.5, metabolic syndrome etc. No blood labs yet but my ketone strip looking between negative and .5 Thanks again for your magnanimous deeds!

[@shirleystahl5807]

I wish I would have known this when I received my first kidney in July 85 and 2nd in Dec 06. I was introduced to Keto from my boyfriend when he read Dr. Fung's book, "The Obesity Code" and "The Complete Guide to Intermittent Fasting". I've been Keto for over a year and 2 months; my cholesterol ranges are in ideal state compared to 2 years ago, my creatine is 1.3 and ranges around 1.2-1.4. All I take are my immune suppressant drugs at a very low dose. I love this way of eating and have more energy, more focused, etc. 12 years and counting ... :)

[@SirRodney4Ever]

Aaww man. Im in the same boat except I lost my transplant and they even took it out so now I just have my kidneys. Im still searching for a way

[@gpclipner]

Thanks, it's timely for me. Being Type 2 myself and my GP had me go get tested and discovered I had 75% function. But nobody has explained well enough about what was happening. Thanks again Dr,B.

[@samanthajones4913]

Come off the refined carbs no one told me this I ended up on dialysis pls you do not want to experience it. NO one can prepare you for dialysis take this Doctors warning I wish I had understood the importance of eating to many carbs!!!! Save yourself !!!!

[@user-bh8ns1vv8c]

Hi George ,how are you right now?

[@christinashawgo6510]

Does it have ketogenic? Can it be low carb?

[@cheryl6195]

I have stage 3b CKD, i came across a lab test comment back in 2019 that i have chronic renal failure stage 3b...this was last year. None of the dr,s id seen had mentioned this to me, i was very upset and made an appointment to see a doctor to ask why id not been told of this condition, the dr never answered my question, but told me if i changed my diet, and exercised and drank water plenty of water i could reverse ckd. I started keto this year in January then went carnivore in march due to painful arthritis in my knee,s, hands... in july,august because i was missing having deserts i bought almond flour, coconut flour and Splenda and Equal low calorie sugar alternatives... i only made fruit dump cakes/desert and also bought Noshu chocolate fudgy brownie and chocolate chips for a treat. During that time of eating these ingredients i experienced the worst debilitating arthritis pain in my life, because of my ckd, i wouldnt take any pain relief. I stopped buying Noshu products, and stopped baking and using Equal and Splenda and that gross arthritis pain magically went. I do have a little arthritis in my knee,s and in my finger joints occasional now. Ive been offered a new medication for my diabetes, empaglofozin(variance) ive read up and researched this new drug but have said no twice and have also been offered a new injection medication for diabetes and to help lose weight and said no thankyou to that as well due to the many bad side affects. Im choosing to be my own advocate, doing the research, making informed choices, it really upsets the dr,s, nurse practitioner,s, nurses and even receptionists that ring and try to convince me to change my mind on taking there newest meds...i have had this strong belief, suspicion for years that I'm(we) are just guinea pig(,s) for their new meds/drugs and i wonder what benefit, monetary or whatever? the medical people get by pushing/,plying pharmac medications... my thoughts are that some(not all) dr,s, practioner nurses are legal drug dealers and pushers, its sad, it really upsets me how ive been treated when i don't blindly trust the doctors/nurses and don't take the medications they want me to take. Im so grateful and thankful for Dr Ken Berry, that i stumbled across last year on KZbin, researching help for full body cramps, leg and feet cramp, love Dr Ken and Neisha and other keto and carnivore dr,s and friends of the "Berrys" they have restored my faith and hope that there are true, honest, caring medical professionals in the world i so appreciate them 🥰🤗😍 💜🎆🥀

[@cheryl6195]

I'm 62 in December, Maori, French, Dalmatian,German and Scottish heritage and live in Waihopai, Murihiku, Aotearoa. I've lost 23 kgs since going keto in January, then went carnivore in March. I've fallen off the wagon, I now say I am on a low carb and low sugar, as I do have chips(potato chips) fish + chips, have a soft serve ice cream. Before starting keto, I've had bad heachaches, went to bed with headaches and wake up with headaches they have gone, same as bad sinus...gone yay 🤗 there are so many benefits from changing my diet and portion sizes. Even with falling off the wagon, I just process through that and get back on track, I'm more present, open and available to cope with any issue that comes up, just sitting and listening ....how I'm feeling, sitting with sensing how my body is,feeling, working through any anxiety that's coming up. Anxiety and stress were the reasons I'd eat for comfort, emotional eat, so glad I've stopped being so hard on myself,learnt to stop and listen and process life's every day normal goings-on... I've always put my head in the sand or the clouds(day dream) rather than face issues. I'm glad I've finally able to have a clear head, and can think and cope better, 2023 had been a great learning and healing year for me, physically, mentally and emotionally and even spiritually...since 2020, covid hit, family trauma-breakdowns and breakups, it's been havoc, traumtic, mental ill health and breakdown, rearranged,changed me... 2023 has been a time of healing,reflection, coming back to me,myself, acceptance,healing, forgiveness, so much quietness - stillness so much needed time to process to grow and learn 🥰🤗😍 Kia Kaha 💝💛💖 👑🕊️✨ 💜🤍💙 arohamai

[@richardayala4356]

Thank you, doctor. I sent this to my niece who was just diagnosed with stage 1 KD.

[@govindang9303]

How is your niece now

[@rebelinthehighcastle]

My latest blood test showed I progressed from Stage 2 to Stage 3. Right in the middle of a 14-day potato diet on a intermittent fasting protocol. At the end will take another blood test and will switch to a Ketogenic Diet and maintain the intermittent fasting protocol. This video is confirmation I’m on the right track. Thanks.

[@SleeplessinOC]

Hi , I hope you’re still around and doing ok or better since your comment …can you chime in if you see this ?

[@avaphoenix317]

You ate a potato diet 😂

[@charlesterrizzi8311]

Sounds like anecdotal evidence that high carb is not the way to go

[@TrizzleTV]

@@avaphoenix317 🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️

[@DFlo-bj3gb]

🤗🤗🤗THANK YOU DR. BERRY!! I HAVE HYPERTENSION AND I JUST STARTED A KETOGENIC DIET THANKS TO YOU AND ALL YOUR WONDERFUL VIDEOS IVE WATCHED.... YOU GAVE ME THE KNOWLEDGE AND COURAGE THAT I CAN DO THIS! ❤❤❤

[@almalgrys317]

This is awesome! I work with patients on dialysis and wow! Mind blown! My dad died of kidney failure and I wish I could have introduced him to keto! He would of still been here. But that’s where we make the change! Thank u dr berry! Ur amazing! I will start sharing with my patients!

[@TheNomadMonad]

Did any of you patients recover yet? Asking for stage 5 with ten years of dialysis behind him.

[@nerychristian]

Reishi mushroom supplements help to heal kidneys and lower blood pressure.

[@jeannineemery2569]

My father-in-law was just informed he has Stage 3 kidney disease - his numbers have been getting worse and he's 86. He's going to get a CT Scan next and then a referral to a kidney specialist. He was told by the nurse to cut down on his protein and increase his water intake other than that diet doesn't really do much. But your video has made me wonder.... I'm on low carb and all my numbers have improved - Cholesterol, Triglycerides, etc.

[@suzy7773]

Yes! My nephrologist also told me that diet won’t do anything for me. I am not believing him! Not one bit

[@MrBDezno]

My best friend of 30+ years has been told repeatedly that her kidney function is poor. The ONLY thing the doctor advised was to not eat red meat. *sigh* Other than that? It seemed she was just going to expect her kidneys to get worse and eventually fail. Fortunately I discovered keto for myself and she adopted it too. Can't wait to see her next lab results.

[@2r380]

How is she now?

[@MrBDezno]

@@2r380 I wish I knew. She hasn't been to a doctor for labs in over a year.

[@2r380]

@@MrBDezno Make an appt and take her🙏 I wish me and my siblings took my mom 2 years ago but now she needs dialysis unfortunately. Don’t wait until they do it, they never will.

[@meenakshiaggarwal7731]

​@@MrBDeznohow she now

[@mannyradzky493]

Another spectacular vid, that makes 100%. Every vid you put out is full of truth and real medical info that is beneficial to human health. You are a real believer in “first do no harm”. You are a dr that puts the patient FIRST. You are one of the very best on the internet. Thank you!!!

[@efanjul5768]

One caution is not to overdo your oxalates in the keto diet. I was consuming too much almond flour, and my GFR went from 72 to 56. I am now mixing it with hazelnut flour, which has half the oxalates, and use more coconut flour instead. I haven't tested my kidney function since, but have noticed my urine is coming out clear and less foamy.

[@MrBrianDuga]

So my Dad is just into stage 4 after a triple bypass. Not an obese man. Active his whole life. Played golf, gardened. But did like his ice cream and ribs. Diabetes in him and his father. So in stage 4, they tell you to avoid Potassium and Salt. If I shared this video with him, he'd instantly shut it down because of what his doctors are telling him. My mother wouldn't let him stray either. Being on keto myself, I know how challenging it is to balance electrolytes and get enough potassium. How does someone become keto adapted when their kidneys start dumping electrolytes and they're under advisement to limit potassium? I can't get my head around his orders. Limited potassium will most certainly effect his heart function and so much more. Anyway, the question is about how you bring someone onto a keto diet and know how to navigate the potassium challenges?

[@user-bh8ns1vv8c]

Hi MrBrianDuga, how is your dad doing now? What did you did about potassium and salt? Hope he be well.

[@chrish9486]

Dr. Berry is freakin awesome!!!!!

[@GloriaNak]

Hello, I am a new subscriber. I am starting Keto and am so happy to have found your channel. Thank you for all the great information.

[@Joe-gu6oe]

I don't really know how I imprroved but I started out CKD3. I go back to see my nephrologist in a few days and have high hopes! Maybe since watching the above video I have an idea. Thanks!!

[@jswilsonguitar]

Hi! Just saw this comment and wondering how that follow up turned out?

[@user-bh8ns1vv8c]

Hi Joe, how are you doing now?

[@santinikranz1644]

Thank you so much for your videos!!! I hope we can reverse my dad's ckd back to stage 3 then further it down. I'll try to keep you updated. I'm gonna have to work hard with my dad on this, please pray for us!

[@nurulazharmharis]

appreciated any news or update dear?

[@kozalyjames4296]

1 month ago I was diagnosed with KIDNEY STAGE 5 in 2020 and I have tried everything I can to cure myself, but all to no avail, until I saw a post in a health forum about a herbalist who prepared herbal medicines to cure all kinds of diseases, including CANCER, at first I doubted if it was real, but decided to give it a try, when I contacted this herbalist through his email and he prepared me a herbal cure for KIDNEY STAGE 5 and sent it to me through the company's service UPS delivery, when I received this herbal cure. , gave me step by step instructions on how to apply it, when I applied it according to the instructions, I was totally cured of this deadly disease within 5 months of use, I am now free from kidney issue, all thanks to Dr. Osemuahu. He can also help you get rid of any illness that you're battling with let me know if you want his info 😊😊

[@yourlocalstay6]

Thank you very very much for this much anticipated video.

[@evelynredden4434]

It's a money game with my kidney dr. Big pharma.

[@karenakin5370]

This video is going to my diabetic Dad. See y'all at 7:00. Thanks again !

[@dakingakings7184]

I love the composed subtle way you tell other doctors did not pay attention in school,and some of them should go back and get it right:)

[@andrewsoon8062]

He said that proteinuria doesn't' harm the kidneys, which is NOT true. Proteinuria activates the complement system and causes interstitial damage. However, he's telling us that doctors who say otherwise are bad students.

[@randycedotte2938]

Thanks for the information. By far the best video I've seen on the reversibility of CKD.

[@paigegarrison6721]

Thank you for this video! I have IGA Nephropathy, and my levels are good. I really don’t do anything special to manage it. I eat and drink in moderation, and I have a desk job. I make a very conscious effort to move as much as I can during the day, since I take no extra exercise. I do have hypertension, and it is controlled with medication. My nephrologist gave me the go ahead to start keto because I am 45lbs overweight. I have tried everything (including low carb dieting) with no success. Found out I was eating way too much protein, and it was keeping me out of Ketosis. I’m going to give Keto another go. Research this time around was key. I’ll be watching more of you, Dr. Berry! 😊

[@maxawood]

I agree with your comments perhaps with the exception of protein. I was able to come off of dialysis after 3 years without a transplant by becoming a vegetarian and in my case watching my intake level of protein. My kidneys were at about 12% at the time. Everything that I read indicated that protein is a little more difficult for the kidneys to process. So, I kept my levels low to allow my kidneys to focus on the big job of removing toxins and keeping me off of dialysis. I came off over four years ago and today my GFR is almost 20. Thanks primarily to diet and a few other changes -- including sodium bicarb that was recommended by my neph doctor.

[@81redddd]

Did you eat fruit ?

[@chrissax2028]

I am glad i have started changing things

[@MandeepSingh-bv2zw]

@Shahzad Sheikh hey brother, hope you are doing better now

[@SleeplessinOC]

Hi can you comment with an update ?

[@alinabrauet9083]

THANK YOU SO MUCH... IN NEEDED TO HEAR THIS FROM YOU. MY SON HAS K. DESEASE AND TESTS YESTERDAY REVEALED HIGH PROTEIN RATIO... TAKEN DIET PRECAUTIONS TODAY. GOD BLESS YOU.

[@colincrooky]

I reversed my PKD with a transplant!

[@faithakanza1780]

Pls which hospital did the transplant for you? Pls reply it's urgent

[@worldwidesports4k]

@@faithakanza1780 I'm mad that guy didn't leave you any details, sorry about that, I hope you get the help you need, God bless you♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@williambreshears7045]

I went semi vegan and after 7 years of my gfr hovering around 38-45 over time, it went to 60.2 in 6 months with my diet change, I was blown away from the results and I don't even have a problem with the change, I still cook great meals and lost 10 lbs also. I owe it to my nurse practitioner for taking the time to tell me that I can help myself if I want to change, and I did.

[@Fearzero]

Whole plant based diet is the best!

[@underwaves75]

@@Fearzero it’s 100% unsustainable. No where close to the daily required bioavailable levels of d3, A, K2, E, etc. Most people on that diet take synthetic chemical laden “vitamins”.

[@Fearzero]

@@underwaves75 It's easily more sustainable than animal products because no oxidized cholesterol, no heme iron or neu5gc or TMAO molecules all which raise heart disease and cancer risk double digits.

[@Fearzero]

@@underwaves75 20 years vegan for me. If you are over 40 and not taking b12 and d3 you're asking for trouble. The majority of deficiencies are in meat eaters according to the data. Then realize that b12 is not natural in red meat. Ruminants are injected with it. You have soooo much to learn regarding proper vegan diet. I can help you if you're interested.

[@jameshaakenson9606]

​@@Fearzero Please provide the actual proof of your statements. Actual proof....

[@lornahowerton1379]

You are so right. I went keto and Fasting lifestyle in 2019 and reversed my stage 3 Chronic Kidney Disease to a GFR over 62 which is normal for a 68 y.o

[@frogeater9030]

Hello Dr. Berry. Brand new subscriber here. Just wanted to tell you what an amazing job you are doing. I really enjoy your videos. Keep putting the truth out there.

[@johnappleseed9290]

Controlling High Blood Pressure/ Nutrition/ exercise is all key figures to reversing CKD. I’m 26 and my egfr is at 80. For my age group it’s good but ideally it should be at 90+ I’m eating a more dietary fiber based diet with leafy greens and exercising atleast 30min a day. Sometimes more! And I feel a lot better. Blood pressure is at normal levels some days it dips at 130/60 but overall I feel GOOD! It doesn’t take much to take care of kidneys Aslong as you follow a great rule of thumb! I definitely don’t want to be on dialysis when I’m older so starting now when I’m young is the way to go! And I encourage all young people to do the same!

[@johnappleseed9290]

Increased at 130*

[@user-bh8ns1vv8c]

Hi john, how are you doing now?

[@ohkabomb917]

Do you have to really limot protein intake?

[@johnappleseed9290]

Hey! Doing pretty good, how are you?

[@johnappleseed9290]

It’s advisable to not consume more protein than your Daily recommended intake. But that also contributes to body weight/activity level etc.

[@williamhightower4940]

Thanks I needed to hear this. I am going to work harder restricting carbs. I've been doing it for a few months and it's working. My blood sugar has improved a lot and my blood pressure is well medicated and controlled. Hopefully my kidneys improve as well. The diuretics have my kidney's stressed right now.

[@JustJenn00]

My dad has stage 3 kidney disease. He recently switched over to low carb / modified keto about a week ago.. Im SO HOPING to see a difference in his blood tests / kidney function next month.

[@sabahelsayed1197]

Please tell us after the test to know the effect of that

[@JustJenn00]

@@sabahelsayed1197 his appointment is February 3rd so I'll let you all know..He's lost 14 lbs on Keto already.

[@AF-fo9zv]

@@JustJenn00 How is your dad now ?

[@LBABYLiN]

@@JustJenn00 how is your dad now??

[@JustJenn00]

@fraz zafar unfortunately my Dad passed away this June. His Alzheimer's progressed fast. But his partner wouldn't let him stay on keto or I feel it would have extended his life

[@NoName83201]

Keto is good for hemodialysis patients too. No more problems with fluid retention and Albumin levels up!! I do have to add there are lots of people with CKD who are not diabetic, where diet was not the cause of their renal failure, please do not let this misconception spread further. TY ❤️

[@lovecytesm.a.l9224]

Thank you for sharing. I have CKD due to Lupus .

[@SokTamo]

Love Phage Actino eat just chicken and beef. Lectins makes you ill!

[@michel_someone]

Yes. I have protein in the urine and I have no diabete neither hypertension (high blood pressure).

[@jakenieten]

I went from stage 1 to normal function just by being ketovore. It works. Been ketovore for 6 years.

[@capnpugwash5403]

Thank you for that confirmation of what I had already been thinking ie. excess protein in the urine is simply your kidney leaks it into the urine, but not that is damaging the kidney simply because it is present. I have literally just been for a quarterly consultation with the Nephrologist, and my results have settled at borderline 2/3, whereas I was getting close to 4. I am not hard line Keto, but I follow it fairly closely. I am an active 70 year old and allow myself a few carbs simply for an energy boost when I am working hard. I told the Doc I take NO medications at all, simply an Iron formulae as am always low on RBC, and a good multivitamin. I eat mainly meat protein, eggs bacon high quality burger pattie for breakfast, and with main meals meats with veggies. But the Doc wanted to get me on a high veg diet with low protein. Not I said, I'll see you at the next appointment, and if it's the same or better fine, if it's worse maybe we can talk about more vegetables.

[@deemdoubleu]

What's the latest on your condition? Hope you are well.

[@capnpugwash5403]

@@deemdoubleu Thanks for the enquiry. My last blood tests had me almost improved to stage 2, and my next appointment due for a year later.

[@deemdoubleu]

@@capnpugwash5403 That's fantastic to hear. Good health to you.

[@Amy-jf5vc]

Well, mine got worse. I was stage one in 2016, went on a keto diet 2 years ago, and my eGFR plummeted almost 30 points. Cautionary tale for anyone reading this-

[@airshipassassin]

Really? What stage are you now?

[@LPAFilm]

Exactly..I'm confused why this man is telling people to eat what is known to be VERY stressful on the kidneys! Protien! especially animal protein.

[@judymiller5154]

​@@LPAFilmbecause of the test data perhaps? he explained toward the end... a damaged kidney spills more protein because it is damaged, not because you ate protein (tho an uneducated guess might conclude that you should eat less protein so theres less to spill). Its well-established that one of the main causes of damage is high blood sugar insulin, diabetes), so you'd want to greatly reduce your carb intake.

[@hlgoodkat9677]

2.5 yrs ago I was at Stage 5. Had 2 strokes w/seizures, blurred vision, heart failure w/cardiac arrest, pneumonia w/blood, and a blood pressure reading that everyone told me was impossible (315/268). Got my 2nd chance though. Rebuilt my body from zero (cause I lost all motor-skills). Went on a research binge. Found out my docs were fulla shit. Found the proper human diet, fasting, healthy sleep habits, and went back to rucking and compound exercises. Now I'm Stage 2 CKD with very few remaining side effects and take the occasional 10MG of Lisinipril to keep my blood pressure in check. But, I aim to rememdy that too. Appreciate you Doc Berry! You have been an AWESOME resource to draw from! You got a fan for life here!

[@dr.m.4647]

Hi respected

[@dinotexas6407]

I would like to see Dr Berry go against Dr Greger, Dr. Esselstyn and the rest of the Plant based diet gurus go head to head in a debate.

[@norm1158]

I was into that until I realized that lowering my weight and blood sugar was becoming difficult to accomplish. Low carb has improved those numbers.

[@norm1158]

Also I believe that fasting has helped a lot.

[@rosier3260]

Thank you Dr. Berry for this amazing video!🙌

[@LaurieHoey]

Thank you so much ! My husbands doctors are a bit negative which Helps no one .

[@AA-lq5pu]

Yay! Thank you so much for clarifying the protein issue. Calms my mind. I have been recovering from severe adrenal fatigue and found that drinking fermented buttermilk was really helping me, its high fat and high easily digestible protein and no lactose. I finally started putting on weight after being emaciated and the dizziness improved. But I was worried that it may effect my kidneys because the day before getting my period I just felt so unnaturally heavy with a potassium taste in my mouth after eating potatoes, realized is was possible that my body may not be handling potassium well and thought maybe it was a kidney issue.

[@jeffbilyeu884]

buttermilk is low fat and high in lactose.

[@tonyinfinity]

There's no such thing as "adrenal fatigue", your adrenal glands don't get fatigued.

[@Kimberly57698]

I totally agree with you.