39. Listener Q: Is a 3-Day Water Fast Good for PKD? + FAQ's
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Listener Q Episode + FAQs  Q: "I occasionally fast but am considering doing a long fast, like the 3-day water fast that was done in the study.  What do you think of extended fasting?  Is it good for PKD?" A: Tune in and find out: If there are benefits for PKD with an extended water fast The PKD Dietitians' thoughts on if you should try a water fast FAQs on whether you should do keto FAQs on how much fluid you should drink If labs are a good marker of sodium intake PLUS ways to work with the PKD Dietitian   RESOURCES MENTIONED Episode 14: How I Became The PKD Dietitian Episode 19: Ketogenic Diets: Are They Good for PKD? Episode 34: KETO-ADPKD: What Were The Study's Results? Blog: What is a Good Fluid Goal for Polycystic Kidney Disease? Info: PKD Nutrition Academy   QUESTIONS? Do you have a question for The PKD Dietitian or a topic you would like covered?   Contact The PKD Dietitian   REFERENCES  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8369953 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37377031/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29455546/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7929006/    DISCLAIMER The PKD Dietitian Podcast is meant for educational purposes only.  Information presented should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.    
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