Shift More of Your Protein Toward Plant-Based Sources

You have probably been told to watch your protein with CKD. But nobody has probably told you that the type of protein you eat matters just as much as how much you eat, and that this one shift can make a measurable difference in your BUN, your creatinine, and your overall kidney workload. In this episode, kidney dietitian Kellsey Reed breaks down exactly why plant protein is so much gentler on your kidneys than animal protein, what the research shows about plant protein and phosphorus absorption, metabolic acidosis, and gut health in CKD, and how to start shifting the balance without going fully plant-based or giving up the foods you love. One of Kellsey's clients was so nervous about eating more beans because she thought they would spike her potassium and blood sugars. Her potassium stayed completely normal. Her creatinine and BUN came down and her blood sugars improved too. This episode will show you why. Want a personalized plan that takes the guesswork out of protein for YOUR specific kidneys? Start here: Free CKD Class: ckdnutrition.com/free-ckd-class Apply for Coaching: ckdnutrition.com/apply-coaching