Renal Disease
What Does It Mean?
Renal disease is a condition in which the kidneys lose their ability to effectively filter waste, regulate electrolytes, and maintain fluid balance. This dysfunction leads to toxin accumulation, electrolyte imbalances, and increased systemic inflammation, affecting overall health.
How Did We Get There?
Root Causes:
- Chronic Hypertension – High blood pressure damages kidney filtration structures.
- Diabetes & Insulin Resistance – Elevated blood sugar levels contribute to glomerular damage.
- Toxin Accumulation – Heavy metals and environmental toxins stress kidney function.
- Chronic Inflammation & Oxidative Stress – Contributes to progressive kidney damage.
- Electrolyte Imbalances & Dehydration – Impair filtration efficiency and waste elimination.
Signs & Symptoms:
- Fatigue and muscle weakness
- Fluid retention and swelling (edema)
- Decreased urine output or foamy urine
- High blood pressure and difficulty managing hypertension
- Muscle cramps and neurological symptoms due to electrolyte imbalances
- Nausea, poor appetite, and difficulty concentrating
Lab Test Findings
| Lab Test Name | Expected Change | Optimal Range |
| AST (SGOT) | Increased | 10.00-26.00 IU/L |
| Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) | Increased | 10.00-16.00 mg/dL |
| Broad Cast | Present/Abnormal | None |
| BUN : Creatinine Ratio | Increased | 10.00-16.00 Ratio |
| Epithelial Cells (Renal) | Increased | 15-20 /hpf |
| Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) | Increased | 140.00-200.00 U/L |
| Phosphorus (Phosphate) | Increased | 3.00-4.00 mg/dL |
| Protein | Positive | Negative |
| RBC’s | Present | None |
| Uric Acid (Male) | Increased | 3.50-4.50 mg/dL |
How Do We Treat It?
Functional Medicine Approach:
Managing renal disease involves reducing inflammation, supporting kidney detoxification, and maintaining electrolyte balance.
Supplement Protocol:
| Supplement | Function | Dosage & Frequency |
| Advanced Vita-Biotic R | Enhances immune function and reduces systemic inflammation | 1 capsule with food, daily |
| Endura | Supports hydration and electrolyte balance | 1 packet with or without food, three times daily |
| D-Mannose Powder | Helps prevent urinary tract infections and supports renal health | 1 tsp of powder with food, twice daily |
| Vita-Digestyzyme | Supports digestion & enzymatic function | 2 capsule 20-30 minutes prior to food, twice daily |
| Vita-Candid | Antifungal & microbiome support | 2 capsules 20-30 minutes prior to food, twice daily |
| CoQ-10 300 mg | Mitochondrial & cardiovascular support | 2 capsules with food, daily |
| V-Inflamma | Reduces systemic inflammation | 1 capsule without food, daily |
| Vita DIM | Hormonal & detoxification support | 2 capsules with or without food, daily |
| Vita Defense | Immune system support | 1 capsule without food, daily |
| Vita-Glutathione | Antioxidant & cellular detoxification | 1 capsule with or without food, daily |
| V-Pax | Neurotransmitter & adrenal support | 2 capsules with food, twice daily |
| Vita B Methyl | Supports methylation & energy production | 1 capsule without food, daily |
| Magnesium | Supports muscle function & relaxation | 2 capsules with or without food, daily |
| V-Collagen | Supports gut lining & joint health | 1 scoop of powder without food, daily |
| SBI Powder | Immunoglobulin support for gut healing | 1 scoop of powder in cold liquids without food, daily |
| Gluta Protect | Antioxidant & gut barrier protection | 1 scoop of powder without food, daily |
| Vita Microbe | Comprehensive probiotic support | 3 capsules with or without food, daily |
| Vita Buffered C Powder | Immune & antioxidant support | ¼ scoop of powder with or without food, twice daily |
| Vita-Biotic | Supports microbiome balance | 4 capsule without food, daily |
| Vita-Flux | Nitric oxide & vascular health support | 2 capsules 20-30 minutes prior to food, twice daily |
| Renagen DTX | Promote healthy kidney detoxification and protect against free radical damage | 3 capsules without food, daily |
| Vita-Uric Pro | Support healthy uric acid metabolism | 3 capsules without food, daily |
Additional Lifestyle Interventions:
- Optimize Hydration: Ensure consistent water intake to support kidney function.
- Reduce Sodium & Protein Intake: Prevents excessive metabolic burden on the kidneys.
- Support Detoxification Pathways: Consume antioxidant-rich foods and avoid nephrotoxic substances.
- Manage Blood Pressure & Blood Sugar: Regulate glucose and hypertension to slow disease progression.
- Improve Electrolyte Balance: Monitor potassium, magnesium, and phosphorus to prevent complications.