How Much Water Should I Drink If I Have PKD?.

How Much Water Should I Drink If I Have PKD?

 

Optimal Hydration For PKD

This wonderful video featuring Jacob Torres and Kelly Welsh covers the significance of hydration in maintaining kidney health and managing PKD symptoms.

They cover key strategies for managing PKD including understanding the role of cyclic AMP in cyst formation and the importance of staying hydrated.

 

 

Key Points Covered in the Video

  • Understanding PKD and Cyclic AMP Activation.
  • The biological mechanisms behind cyst formation in PKD.
  • The role of cyclic AMP in exacerbating PKD conditions.

 

The Importance of Proper Hydration:

  • How increased fluid intake can mitigate the effects of vasopressin and cyclic AMP activation.
  • Recommendations for daily water intake to support kidney health. 

 

Combating PKD with Lifestyle Changes:

  • The challenge of adapting to increased water intake.
  • Strategies for successfully integrating more water into daily routines.

 

The Negative Impact of Diet Sodas on Kidney Health:

  • Discussing why diet sodas and certain beverages are detrimental to kidneys.
  • Encouraging healthier drink choices for PKD patients.

Practical Hydration Tips for PKD Patients:

  • Advice from dietitians on water intake and its benefits.
  • Personalizing hydration goals to fit individual health needs and lifestyles.

 

Watch full interview here: https://youtu.be/EUyGMv-05N8