About Us.

What we do

We conduct research & development to translate cutting-edge science to clinical practice for the benefit of individuals concerned about kidney and metabolic health.

We develop high-quality, science-backed products and services.

Learn more about KetoCitra, our medical food for the nutritional management of individuals with chronic kidney disease (CKD), including the genetic form, polycystic kidney disease (PKD), and other conditions managed by the ketogenic diet.

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Our Mission

Santa Barbara Nutrients is more than a business. It’s a mission-driven team effort to advocate for patients with kidney and metabolic diseases, which is personal to many on our team.

We are committed to:

  1. Supporting kidney and metabolic health through innovation, research, and development.
  2. Working together with our community to raise awareness about PKD and kidney and metabolic health.
  3. Creating useful products and services that improve the health and well-being of people affected by or at risk for kidney and metabolic disease.
  4. We are a benefit corporation.

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Who we are

We are a team of kidney researchers, kidney patients, nutrition experts, and other highly motivated individuals committed to the research and development of products to help maintain human health and address significant medical needs.

This is why our leadership team includes individuals who have experience with research, nutrition, healthcare, law, product development, operations, customer service, and more. Our different backgrounds come together to form a united and comprehensive team to better support kidney health around the world.

Santa Barbara Nutrients is a Delaware-incorporated “Benefit Corporation”, headquartered in Santa Barbara, California. Read our benefit statement.

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