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Sarmad, Ahmad

A5117304892 | I1285301757

Mayo Clinic

Rush University Medical Center

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Exploring the Role of Plant-Based Nutrition in Polycystic Kidney Disease

Nutrients | November 11, 2025 | Volume: 17 | Issue: 22 | Pages: 3518

10.3390/nu17223518 | PMID 41305569

Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a genetic disorder characterized by progressive kidney cyst formation and eventual kidney failure. Emerging evidence suggests that plant-based diets may confer therapeutic benefits in patients with PKD by modulating mTOR and AMPK signaling, reducing oxidative stress and inflammation, while improving metabolic and cardiovascular profiles. These diets, which are low in animal protein and rich in antioxidants, may help lower uric acid levels and support blood pressure control, thereby potentially reducing fibrosis. However, careful planning is required to avoid nutritional deficiencies. Well-designed clinical trials are warranted to validate their role in ADPKD management.