13. Colloidal Silver Supplements and PKD: The Dangerous Truth
Description
Listener Question Episode!
Q: “What it is about colloidal silver that makes it dangerous for polycystic kidney disease (PKD)? Are there really any benefits?”
A: Tune in for the PKD Dietitian’s answer.
Remember, just because something is “natural” doesn’t make it safe.
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RESOURCES
National Institute of Health (NIH): Colloidal Silver
Federal Regulations: Colloidal Silver
Silver Products for Medical Indications: Risk-Benefit Assessment
Health Fraud Database
PS. I spelled Paul Karason wrong!
Listener Q: "What is the difference between eGFR and GFR? Is one better than the other for getting tested for PKD, or should I ask for both? I am worried I am not getting the labs I need to stay informed about my kidneys."
Answer: Tune in and find out:
What GFR is
What eGFR is
If there are...
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