The Role Of The Kidneys (Renal)

The kidneys

two bean-shaped organs located in the back of the body, one on each side of the spine

Normally your liver and kidneys act as the main detoxification organs in the body. However, due to the increased chronic exposure of environmental toxins, from air and water pollution to household and skincare products, it is necessary to help in assisting these organs to prevent impaired detoxification.

Conditions Associated with Poor Renal Health

• CKD Stage 1-5
• End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
• Acute kidney injury (AKI)
• Kidney stones

Common Symptoms Of Poor Renal Health

Root Causes Of Poor Renal Health

How can i Assess renal health using lab testing?

A Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) will help assess kidney function and health.

Labs to look at to assess overall renal health:

• Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN)
• BUN / Creatinine Ratio
• Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR)
• Creatinine
• Chloride
• Sodium
• Potassium
• Calcium
• Microalbumin (albumin – urine)

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Functional lab testing would be a good idea if you really wanted to hone in on the specifics of gut microbiome imbalances, hormonal imbalances, vitamin/mineral deficiencies.

Conventional Lab Ranges vs Optimal Lab Ranges To Assess Renal Health

Standard lab ranges represent the average population and does not necessarily refer to the optimal level to remain at the highest level of health. Optimal ranges are obtained from clinical studies and limited research so it may vary here and there.

Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN):

• conventional lab range: 5.0-25.0 mg/dL
• optimal lab range: 10.0-16.0 mg/dL

BUN / Creatinine Ratio:

• conventional lab range: 6.00-22.0
• optimal lab range: 10.0-16.0

Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR):

• conventional lab range: 60.0-120.0
• optimal lab range: 90.0-120.0

Creatinine:

• conventional lab range: 0.40-1.50 mg/dL
• optimal lab range: 0.8-1.10 mg/dL

Chloride:

• conventional lab range:
• optimal lab range:

Sodium:

• conventional lab range: 134.0-146.0 mEq/L
• optimal lab range: 135.0-142.0 mEq/L

Potassium:

• conventional lab range: 3.5-5.2 mEq/L
• optimal lab range: 4.00-4.50 mEq/L

Calcium:

• conventional lab range: 8.5-10.8 mg/dL
• optimal lab range: 9.2-10.0 mg/dL

Microalbumin (albumin – urine)

• conventional lab range:
• optimal lab range:

What Can I Add or Subtract To My Diet To Support Renal Health

Add:

Subtract:

Basic & Advanced Supplements For Renal Health

Targeted Supplements to help support overall -:

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