Tue, Jul-23-02, 08:52
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Plan: LC, GF
Stats: 241/190/140
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Progress: 50%
Location: Eastern ON, Canada
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hi hazel,
This concern has come up before  Atkins or other carb-restricted diet is not linked to kidney problems, except if you ALREADY HAD bad kidneys to start with, you would need to restrict the protein intake somewhat. High fat diet and ketones are not a cause of kidney disease.
I posted the following note to another member previously
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originally posted by doreen T
Just a note .. In general, pain from the kidneys is NOT experienced in the low back area. The kidneys reside higher up, and to the sides ... and generally when there is some pathology (infection, a stone, etc .. ) the pain will radiate to the flank area, which is mid- to upper back and to the sides at and above the waist. If you have kidney stones, and one is passed into a ureter, it will cause excruciating pain on the affected side at whatever level the stone has lodged. It's also worth noting that insufficient water intake -- not high protein diet -- is recognized as one of the chief contributors to formation of kidney stones.
Kidney.ca has more information about kidney stones, causes and prevention. Only in cases of gout or high uric acid levels is it suggested to cut back on the intake of red meat. Reduced protein intake is recommended only when the kidneys are chronically diseased and failing; this article explains.
Low-carbing and high fat, higher protein diets, and ketones do not contribute to kidney disease. The advice to drink more water is wise and helpful for all, no matter what diet is followed.
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Wa'il is right, you may need to increase your supplements of especially potassium and magnesium. And increase the water intake too.
Another thought ... are you constipated? Pressure from a sluggish bowel can cause low backaches for some people. Again, drink lots of water, make sure you're eating lots of high-fiber low-carb vegetables and olive oil, and getting daily exercise. You may need to take a fiber supplement to keep the intestines regular. If this is a problem for you, check out my article Intestinal Health and Low Carbing, which you'll find by clicking on Low Carb Tips from the orange menu bar near the top of the page.
Good luck to you
Doreen
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