Polycystic Kidney Disease Diet: What is Known and What is Safe. 2024

Fouad T Chebib, and Kristen L Nowak, and Michel B Chonchol, and Kristen Bing, and Ahmad Ghanem, and Frederic F Rahbari-Oskoui, and Neera K Dahl, and Michal Mrug
Division of Nephrology and Hypertension, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida.

Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) is a genetic disorder characterized by kidney cyst formation and progressive kidney function loss. Dietary interventions such as caloric restriction, intermittent fasting, and ketogenic diet have recently emerged as potential strategies to induce metabolic reprogramming and slow ADPKD progression. We review the available evidence supporting the efficacy and safety of these interventions in ADPKD. Dietary interventions show promise in managing ADPKD by improving metabolic health and reducing oxidative stress. However, while preclinical studies have shown favorable outcomes, limited clinical evidence supports their effectiveness. In addition, the long-term consequences of these dietary interventions, including their effect on adverse events in patients with ADPKD, remain uncertain. To optimize ADPKD management, patients are advised to follow a dietary regimen that aims to achieve or maintain an ideal body weight and includes high fluid intake, low sodium, and limited concentrated sweets. Caloric restriction seems particularly beneficial for patients with overweight or obesity because it promotes weight loss and improves metabolic parameters. Supplementation with curcumin, ginkgolide B, saponins, vitamin E, niacinamide, or triptolide has demonstrated uncertain clinical benefit in patients with ADPKD. Notably, β -hydroxybutyrate supplements have shown promise in animal models; however, their safety and efficacy in ADPKD require further evaluation through well-designed clinical trials. Therefore, the use of these supplements is not currently recommended for patients with ADPKD. In summary, dietary interventions such as caloric restriction, intermittent fasting, and ketogenic diet hold promise in ADPKD management by enhancing metabolic health. However, extensive clinical research is necessary to establish their effectiveness and long-term effects. Adhering to personalized dietary guidelines, including weight management and specific nutritional restrictions, can contribute to optimal ADPKD management. Future research should prioritize well-designed clinical trials to determine the benefits and safety of dietary interventions and supplementation in ADPKD.

UI MeSH Term Description Entries
D005215 Fasting Abstaining from FOOD. Hunger Strike,Hunger Strikes,Strike, Hunger,Strikes, Hunger
D006801 Humans Members of the species Homo sapiens. Homo sapiens,Man (Taxonomy),Human,Man, Modern,Modern Man
D000818 Animals Unicellular or multicellular, heterotrophic organisms, that have sensation and the power of voluntary movement. Under the older five kingdom paradigm, Animalia was one of the kingdoms. Under the modern three domain model, Animalia represents one of the many groups in the domain EUKARYOTA. Animal,Metazoa,Animalia
D016891 Polycystic Kidney, Autosomal Dominant Kidney disorders with autosomal dominant inheritance and characterized by multiple CYSTS in both KIDNEYS with progressive deterioration of renal function. Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney,Kidney, Polycystic, Autosomal Dominant,ADPKD,Adult Polycystic Kidney Disease,Adult Polycystic Kidney Disease Type 1,Adult Polycystic Kidney Disease Type 2,Polycystic Kidney Disease 2,Polycystic Kidney Disease, Adult,Polycystic Kidney Disease, Adult Type 2,Polycystic Kidney Disease, Adult, Type II,Polycystic Kidney Disease, Autosomal Dominant,Polycystic Kidney Disease, Type 2,Polycystic Kidney, Type 1 Autosomal Dominant Disease,Polycystic Kidney, Type 2 Autosomal Dominant Disease
D055423 Diet, Ketogenic A course of food intake that is high in FATS and low in CARBOHYDRATES. This diet provides sufficient PROTEINS for growth but insufficient amount of carbohydrates for the energy needs of the body. A ketogenic diet generates 80-90% of caloric requirements from fats and the remainder from proteins. Ketogenic Diet,Diets, Ketogenic,Ketogenic Diets
D031204 Caloric Restriction Reduction in caloric intake without reduction in adequate nutrition. In experimental animals, caloric restriction has been shown to extend lifespan and enhance other physiological variables. Caloric Restricted,Calorie Restricted Diet,Low-Calorie Diet,Calorie Restricted Diets,Diet, Calorie Restricted,Diet, Low-Calorie,Low Calorie Diet,Low-Calorie Diets,Restricted Diet, Calorie,Restricted, Caloric,Restriction, Caloric

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