Kidney Disease / CKD

The Problem

Conventional approach: manage complications and delay dialysis but minimal emphasis on reversing damage or optimizing kidney function, ACE inhibitors/ARBs slow progression modestly but side effects (elevated potassium, cough, angioedema), doesn't aggressively address inflammation, oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction in kidney cells, minimal nutritional optimization beyond basic protein/sodium/potassium restrictions, doesn't investigate heavy metals or environmental toxins (can damage kidneys), phosphate binders: constipation, block nutrient absorption, dialysis: poor quality of life, high mortality, expensive, transplant: limited organ availability, immunosuppression required, functional approach can slow or halt progression in many cases—preserve remaining kidney function longer.