Functional Medicine Meets Faith

You fall asleep fine, and then you're wide awake at 3 a.m., mind racing. With daylight saving time ending this weekend, let's talk about why perimenopause disrupts your sleep and what to do about it. We cover progesterone, blood sugar dips, stress, and the nutrient that hides behind "normal" labs. You'll also get simple steps to try this week, and a reminder that the One who watches over you never sleeps.

In this episode:

• Why progesterone, your calming hormone, matters so much for sleep
• How night sweats and swinging estrogen wake you up
• The blood sugar dip that can act like a 3 a.m. alarm clock
• What that evening glass of wine does to the second half of your night
• How stress and cortisol keep you in a cycle of poor sleep
• Why magnesium matters, and why a basic blood test can miss it
• When to talk to your doctor about sleep apnea
• Five simple things to try this week, and what to do when you're awake at 3 a.m.
• Psalm 121: handing over the night watch

Missed the last episode? Listen to "My Labs Came Back 'Normal.' So Why Do I Feel Like This?"

Ready to find out what's really going on? DM me RESET on Instagram, or book an initial call at thrivefunctionalmedicine.health

Keywords: perimenopause, insomnia, 3 a.m. wake-up, can't stay asleep, night sweats, progesterone, estrogen, blood sugar, cortisol, stress, magnesium, alcohol and sleep, sleep apnea, daylight saving time, morning sunlight, sleep habits, functional medicine, faith and health, Christian women's health, women 40+

You finally made the appointment. You told your doctor about the 3 a.m. wake-ups, the 2 p.m. crashes, and the moods that change by the day. Then the patient portal message came through: “Your labs look normal.” So why don’t you feel normal?

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In this episode, Karin explains why “normal” on a lab report isn’t the same as well. She covers why a single hormone test can’t capture perimenopause, and which labs a standard panel often skips. She also shares how a missing nutrient can keep you tired and cramping even on HRT, and how one client finally got answers after being told everything was fine.

In this episode:

• What a lab “reference range” actually means
• Why your hormones are a moving target in perimenopause
• Labs to ask about: full thyroid panel, ferritin, fasting insulin, vitamin D, B12, and inflammation markers
• How heartburn medicine can lower B12 and magnesium
• Sherry’s story: taking vitamin D and still deficient
• Four steps to advocate for yourself at your next appointment
• Feeling dismissed, and being seen by the God who made you

Missed the last episode? Start with “I’m in Perimenopause and I’m Losing My Freaking Mind.”

Ready for someone to look at the whole picture, your full story and your full labs? Book an initial call at thrivefunctionalmedicine.health

This podcast is for educational purposes and isn’t a substitute for medical advice. Please don’t stop or change a prescribed medication without talking to your provider.

If you're a woman between 40 and 50 who's been feeling off and can't figure out why, this episode is for you. You're not losing your mind — the rules have changed. We break down what's really happening in perimenopause, the ripple effects on your gut, nutrients, sleep, and brain, and what you can actually do about it.

Keywords: perimenopause, hormone decline, estrogen, progesterone, gut health, nutrient deficiencies, B vitamins, vitamin D, magnesium, sleep, decision fatigue, bioidentical hormones, functional medicine, women's health 40+, metabolism, recovery, nervous system support, thyroid, blood sugar

Chapters:

0:00 — Intro: You're Not Losing Your Mind

1:47 — Why the Rules Changed

3:53 — Ripple Effects: Gut and Nutrients

5:21 — Ripple Effects: Sleep and Decisions

6:20 — What We Do: Talk About It and Measure It

7:22 — Your Body Was Designed to Heal

7:47 — Gentle Hormone Support

8:09 — Supporting Gut Healing

8:36 — Taking the Stress Off Your Body

9:09 — Gentle Shifts Help With All the Rest

9:28 — Close: The Rules Have Changed

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If you are like most individuals diagnosed with kidney disease, rarely are any contributors uncovered. Today, we discuss the top 7 contributors to kidney disease. It's definitely not what you might think... and the good news, we give you a strategy to deal with each one!

Ready to catch the free Masterclass running May 28-30th? Sign up at https://thrivefunctionalmedicine.health/.

The workbook for the Masterclass will be your free gift!

I look forward to seeing you there!
In love and wellness,

Karin Nicole

If there’s one thing that creates confusion after a diagnosis of kidney disease, diabetes, or hypertension—it’s FOOD.

What should you eat?
What foods are “bad”?
Should you avoid protein, potassium, sodium, fat, carbs… all of it?!

In today’s episode of Functional Medicine Meets Faith, Karin breaks through the fear and food confusion with a simple, root-cause approach to building meals that actually support healing, reduce inflammation, stabilize blood sugar, and nourish the body the way God designed it.

This episode is all about simplifying the process and helping you stop fearing food. Instead of restrictive, fear-based eating, Karin walks through a practical framework for creating satisfying meals that support:

• Chronic kidney disease
• Diabetes
• Hypertension
• Cardiovascular health
• Energy and healing

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why overly restrictive “kidney diets” may be missing the bigger picture
• The 4 foundational components of a healing meal
• Why quality protein matters—and why under-eating protein can backfire
• How healthy fats support hormones, blood sugar, and inflammation
• The difference between real food and ultra-processed “fake food”
• Why preservatives and chemicals may be more harmful than whole foods
• The truth about potassium and sodium confusion
• Why many “off-limit” foods may not actually be the problem
• Simple meal prep strategies that make healthy eating realistic

Key Themes Discussed:

🌿 Reducing inflammation
🌿 Stabilizing blood sugar naturally
🌿 Supporting gut and kidney health
🌿 Avoiding ultra-processed foods and preservatives
🌿 Simplifying meal planning without fear or overwhelm

Mentioned in This Episode:

🎁 FREE Masterclass: Beyond the Kidney Diet
Running May 28–30, 2026

Attend the masterclass and receive:
✔ A full week meal plan
✔ Root-cause education for CKD, diabetes & heart disease
✔ Simple healing strategies that actually make sense

Sign up at:
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Memorable Quotes:

“Food should bring healing—not fear.”

“You don’t need fake food with a long shelf life. You need real food your body recognizes.”

“Your body needs protein to heal.”

“We’re not trying to create food fear—we’re creating clarity.”

Connect with Karin

Follow along for more root-cause healing education and faith-filled encouragement:

Instagram:
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Website:
https://thrivefunctionalmedicine.health/

Podcast:
Functional Medicine Meets Faith

Kidney Care Blueprint: A Faith-Centered, Root-Cause Program for Chronic Kidney Disease

Karin Allumbaugh introduces the “Functional Medicine Meets Faith” podcast and explains enrollment for her six-month Kidney Care Blueprint program, offered in person in Redmond, Oregon, or virtually. She shares her background in biochemistry and functional medicine, her family’s health journey, and how her mother’s journey with kidney disease, along with God's design, inspired the program.

The Kidney Care Blueprint focuses on removing sources of kidney damage, supporting other organs to reduce kidney burden, and building healing habits, using steps such as root-cause discovery.

Listeners can book a free 15-minute strategy session at http://www.thrivefunctionalmedicine.health.

00:00 Welcome and Mission
00:38 Program Enrollment Invite
01:06 What Is Kidney Care Blueprint
01:56 Meet Karen and Her Story
04:15 Faith and Hope Over Fear
05:13 Blueprint Overview Steps
05:52 Evaluation and Root Causes
06:50 Nutrition and Gut Healing
07:54 Support Detox Pathways
08:56 Habits Mindset Accountability
11:08 How the Program Works
11:50 Who This Is For
13:46 Science and Misconceptions
15:42 Client Success Stories
16:56 Book a Free Strategy Call
18:13 Next Steps and Closing

What if your kidneys aren’t actually failing… but overwhelmed?

In today’s episode, we uncover one of the most overlooked contributors to kidney dysfunction—heavy metal toxicity. While conventional approaches focus on managing symptoms, we take a deeper look at what may be silently driving kidney stress behind the scenes.

If you’ve been doing “all the right things” but your labs aren’t improving—or worse, they’re declining—this conversation may help you connect the dots.

We’ll walk through:

• The most common sources of heavy metal exposure in everyday life
• How metals like lead, mercury, and cadmium impact kidney function
• Why low-level, long-term exposure matters more than you think
• The “bucket” analogy that explains how toxin burden builds over time
• A kidney-safe approach to reducing toxic load and supporting detox pathways

This episode is not about fear—it’s about awareness, empowerment, and understanding how to support your body the way it was designed to function.

Interested in this podcast for a loved one? Please share the episode!
Interested in the Kidney Care Blueprint for you or a loved one? Head on over to
http://www.thrivefunctionalmedicine.health. The program is not for everyone, so please take a look at that video if interested. IF, and only IF my program still resonates with you, please book a free Strategy Session.

In love and wellness,
Karin Allumbaugh

Are you taking your prescriptions faithfully but still feeling worse? Do your labs look “normal” while your body feels anything but?

In this episode, Karin Allumbaugh shares the functional medicine perspective on why so many chronic conditions aren’t healed by managing numbers alone. We walk through the three most prescribed medications in the U.S. — statins, metformin, and levothyroxine — and explain how they often silence symptoms without addressing the inflammation, gut issues, nutrient deficiencies, and stress driving disease underneath.

You’ll learn why cholesterol is often a messenger, why lowering blood sugar doesn’t always fix insulin resistance, and why thyroid meds may not resolve fatigue, brain fog, or weight gain.

This faith-centered conversation offers hope, clarity, and a root-cause path toward real healing — by partnering with how God designed the body to heal.

👉 Learn more or book a free strategy session at www.thrivefunctionalmedicine.health

By mid-January, many people feel discouraged, unmotivated, or burdened by shame over goals they’ve already abandoned. In this episode of Functional Medicine Meets Faith, Karin Nicole Allumbaugh invites you to pause the pressure and embrace a different kind of reset—one rooted in faith, grace, and intentional action rather than fear or perfection.

This conversation reframes New Year’s resolutions through a biblical lens, helping listeners release guilt, reconnect with God’s direction, and take small, courageous steps forward—especially when motivation feels absent.

In This Episode, We Cover:

• Why January often becomes a month of survival rather than transformation

• How fear and shame quietly derail motivation and progress

• The difference between striving for change and partnering with God

• Why motivation often follows action—not the other way around

• How identity in Christ shapes sustainable habits and healing

• Practical ways to reset your goals without guilt or overwhelm

Key Themes & Takeaways:

✨ You are not behind—God’s timing is not your calendar
✨ Fear and shame are not from God and should not lead your decisions
✨ Healing and growth happen through small, faithful steps
✨ Identity drives behavior—who you believe you are matters
✨ God calls us to courage, not perfection

Scripture Referenced:

• 2 Corinthians 5:17 — You are a new creation in Christ

• Romans 8:1 — No condemnation for those in Christ Jesus

• Isaiah 61:7 — God exchanges shame for joy

• Exodus 14:14 — “The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still”

• Joshua 1:9 — Be strong and courageous

• Genesis 1:26–27, 31 — Created in God’s image and called “very good”

• Psalm 139:14 — Fearfully and wonderfully made

• John 10:10 — Called to abundant life

Practical Reset Questions:

• Where have fear or shame been influencing my decisions?

• What is God calling me toward in this season—not just this year?

• What one small action can I take today that aligns with who God says I am?

Resources Mentioned:

📘 Atomic Habits by James Clear

“Motivation is unreliable and often follows action—not the other way around.”

Final Encouragement:

Past failures do not define your future. Fear does not get the final word. God calls you forward with courage, grace, and purpose—one faithful step at a time.

Next Steps:

If you’re ready to reset your health journey with clarity and faith, book a strategy session at:

www.thrivefunctionalmedicine.health

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
🌿 What it really means to “play small” in your healing journey—and how fear keeps you stuck.
💡 How to recognize when guilt, shame, or routine are running your decisions instead of faith.
💪 A personal story of overcoming physical setbacks and reclaiming strength.
✝️ Why inviting Christ into your healing process changes everything—from mindset to motivation.
🕊 How to stop letting your diagnosis dictate your destiny and step into your God-given purpose.

Key Scriptures:

• 2 Timothy 1:7 — “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind.”

• John 10:10 — “I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”

Reflection Questions:

• Where in your health or life are you playing small?

• What step of faith could you take this week to honor your body and the life God gave you?

• Are your decisions led by fear—or by the quiet guidance of the Holy Spirit?

Connect with Karin:
🌐www.thrivenaturalnutrition.com 📸 Instagram:@karin.allumbaugh.health

What if the very diagnosis meant to define your condition has also limited your healing? In this episode, Karin Allumbaugh is joined by Karen Dwyer, MS to Success Coach, to explore how labels like “chronic” or “incurable” can quietly shape your mindset, your choices, and ultimately, your results.

Karen shares her own story of transformation and offers three powerful mindset shifts to help you reclaim hope, agency, and healing after a difficult diagnosis. Together, we unpack how to rewrite the story you’ve been handed—and why what you believe about your diagnosis matters as much as the treatment itself.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

1️⃣ How to Stay Hopeful When the Prognosis Sounds Hopeless

• Why your mindset shapes your healing—and how to guard it when medical conversations get heavy.

2️⃣ How to Find Practitioners Who Support Real Healing

• Ways to connect with alternative and integrative providers who empower, not discourage, your progress.

3️⃣ Who You Need to Become to Shift Your Healing

• How to shift from fighting your diagnosis to loving yourself through your diagnosis.

Key Takeaways:

💡 Your diagnosis doesn’t define you—it’s just information.
💡 Healing starts with believing you’re capable of it.
💡 You can rewrite the narrative that’s been handed to you—and when you do, your body responds.

If this episode spoke to you, please:
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Connect with Karen Dwyer:

• Podcast: Talk Healing to Me
• Website: http://www.mstosuccess.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkarendwyer/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamkarendwyer/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-dwyer-/
• Free Masterclass: 3 Steps to Have Success with MS –https://go.mstosuccess.com/

Connect with Karin Allumbaugh:

Website:www.thrivenaturalnutrition.com Instagram: @karin.allumbaugh.health
Email: info@kidneycareblueprint.com

Think you need to cut protein, salt, bananas, or beans to protect your kidneys? Think again.

In this episode, I’m busting the biggest myths about the “kidney diet” and showing you how overly restrictive rules can actually make things worse. From protein-energy wasting and muscle loss, to the hidden phosphorus and potassium in processed foods, we’re digging into the science of what really drives kidney decline.

You’ll learn:

• Why slashing protein too far backfires in CKD

• The truth about sea salt, sodium, and processed foods

• Why fruits and veggies (yes—even potatoes and bananas!) improve survival in CKD

• The real danger of food additives with hidden phosphorus and potassium

It’s time to ditch the fear, simplify your food choices, and rediscover eating as part of your healing.

👉 Hit play now and find out how to eat for kidney health without the stress.

References for Today’s Episode

Review on Protein-Energy Wasting & Sarcopenia in CKD, Clinical Kidney Journal, 2020

Padial, M., Taylor, A., Sabatino, A. et al. From ultra-processed foods towards healthy eating for CKD patients: a proposal of educational infographics. J Nephrol 37, 323–329 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40620-023-01817-3

Front. Nutr., 27 March 2024, Sec. Nutritional Epidemiology, Volume 11 - 2024 | https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2024.1359229

Kranz S, Sharma B, Pourafshar S, Mallawaarachchi I, Ma JZ, Scialla JJ. Fruit and Vegetable Intake Patterns, Kidney Failure, and Mortality in Adults with and without Chronic Kidney Disease in the United States. J Nutr. 2024 Jul;154(7):2205-2214. doi: 10.1016/j.tjnut.2024.05.008. Epub 2024 May 15. PMID: 38754840; PMCID: PMC11282494.

If you’re taking a PPI (like omeprazole or the “little purple pill”) to manage heartburn or reflux—and your labs keep getting worse—this episode is for you. Today we uncover the surprising truth about conventional heartburn treatments, the damage they can do to your gut and kidneys, and what you can do to start healing from the inside out.

What You’ll Learn:

• How common heartburn drugs (like PPIs) contribute to chronic kidney disease
• The link between poor digestion, gut inflammation, and kidney decline
• What the research says: real data on how PPI use damages kidney tissue
• Natural, functional alternatives: HCl, digestive enzymes, and gut-healing support
• A real-life story of freedom: how Lisa ditched the PPI and healed her gut + kidneys
• A faith-based reminder that God didn’t design you to live broken—He designed you to heal

Scripture Mentioned:

John 10:10, Jesus says, “I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”

Resources Mentioned
Association between Proton Pump Inhibitors and Kidney Disease – A large body of research shows that long-term PPI use can lead to chronic kidney injury and decline, even in people without obvious symptoms. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10762285/

Listener Highlight:

"For the first time in years, I can eat without fear. No more burning, no more belly pain, and I’m off the meds. I feel like I’ve got my life back—and my kidneys are finally healing too." – Lisa, podcast listener + client

How to Leave a Review:

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If you’re ready for the #1 longevity hack that helps you live longer and better—while also improving kidney function—this episode is for you!

We’re talking about one simple thing that lowers your risk of early death, protects your kidneys, improves your blood sugar and blood pressure, lifts depression, boosts your mood, and gives you more energy. (Hint: It’s not a pill!)

Join me, Karin Nicole Allumbaugh—Functional Medicine Practitioner & Christian Kidney Care Coach—as I share why movement and exercise are truly the most powerful biohacks for anyone, at any level.

You’ll learn:

• What studies show about exercise lowering risk of death and improving kidney health

• How even small amounts of daily movement change your labs

• Simple ways to start (whether you’re exhausted, limited in mobility, or out of practice)

• Why fear, pain, or embarrassment don’t have to hold you back

• A faith-based reminder that your body is designed to move

This episode is FUN, relatable, full of hope, and packed with stats you can take to heart (and to your doctor!).

Links:

• Learn more about The Kidney Care Blueprint: www.thrivenaturalnutrition.com

• Scriptures mentioned: James 1:5, Galatians 6:9

If this episode spoke to you, please:
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References:

How consistent exercise is linked to a 30-40% lower risk of death https://www.eatingwell.com/movement-for-longevity-study-11773321

7000 Steps per Day: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpub/article/PIIS2468-2667(25)00164-1/fulltext

Only 75 minutes a week can have significant impact! https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIRCULATIONAHA.124.068669

Lower all cause Mortality https://bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12889-024-19383-z

Resistance Training for CKD patients improved muscle mass, grip strength, walking capacity, and notably reduced CRP and A1c. https://bmcnephrol.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12882-024-03547-5

Scripture Mentioned:

1 Corinthians 6:19 – “Your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit…”

Joshua 1:9 – “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid… for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”

In this episode, Karin shares why prediabetes isn’t just about food and exercise. You’ll learn why typical advice like “eat less sugar” falls short, especially when it comes to kidney health, and how stress, toxins, and poor sleep play a much bigger role than you might realize. Karin also introduces The S.A.F.E. Method to help you start taking back control in a way that honors both your body and your faith.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why prediabetes feels hard to control, even when you’re doing “all the right things.”

• How hidden factors like mercury exposure, sleep loss, and stress affect blood sugar.

• How prediabetes and kidney disease are linked.

• The S.A.F.E. Method: A simple, faith-rooted plan to break free from prediabetes.

Research References:

• Bae W, et al. Toenail mercury and incident diabetes in young adults. Diabetes Care. 2013;36(10):3091-6. doi:10.2337/dc13-0267. Available at:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23423697/
• Zohal MA, et al. The relationship between mercury exposure and prediabetes: Case-control study among car painters. Environmental Science and Pollution Research. 2024. doi:10.1007/s11356-024-30739-7. Available at:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39712637/
• Cappuccio FP, et al. Quantity and quality of sleep and incidence of type 2 diabetes: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Diabetes Care. 2010;33(2):414-20. doi:10.2337/dc09-1124. Available at:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20007940/
• Spiegel K, et al. Sleep curtailment in healthy young men is associated with decreased leptin levels, elevated ghrelin levels, and increased hunger and appetite. Annals of Internal Medicine. 2004;141(11):846-50. Available at:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15583226/

Links:

• Learn more about The Kidney Care Blueprint: www.thrivenaturalnutrition.com

• Scriptures mentioned: James 1:5, Galatians 6:9

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You’ve been told high blood pressure is the cause of your kidney issues, your fatigue, or even your declining health. But what if that’s not the full story?

In this episode, we’re turning that idea on its head.

Join me as we unpack the real root cause behind elevated blood pressure—and why blindly medicating the number may be missing the point entirely. We’ll talk about how blood pressure guidelines have shifted over time, why “lower” isn’t always better (especially as we age), and the deeper inflammatory and lifestyle patterns that might be driving your symptoms.

You’ll also learn:

•

The invisible root causes of high blood pressure most doctors overlook

•

What the research says about over-lowering BP in older adults

•

How to begin advocating for root-cause healing—not just symptom suppression

Whether you’re dealing with kidney disease, heart concerns, or just want to take a more informed, faith-led approach to your health, this episode will equip and encourage you.

The scientific research referred to in today's podcast can be found here:

Leiden 85‑Plus Study

https://www.acc.org/Latest-in-Cardiology/Articles/2020/02/26/06/24/Older-Adults-and-Hypertension

Nambu Cohort Study

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41440-021-00769-0

The U‑Shaped BP Survival Curve

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0895435601003602

Do you feel you are taking more prescriptions than you would like? Do you wonder if some of the adverse things you are feeling might be due to prescription stacking, or taking multiple prescriptions?

Today we discuss the hazards of multiple prescriptions, we will discuss how this may be negatively impacting you. We will also discuss what to do about it! And I'll give you a step by step approach if you are wondering how to talk to your health care team about your medications.

I sure could use some help form you- please can you share on social media, and tag me. That would be a great way for me to reach more people.

I would also love it if you could leave me a review. That would definitely help me spread the word. How to do that? It actually takes less than a minute, and I’ve included a tutorial here

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You are a rockstar. You are beautiful and gifted, and my mission is to help you shine your light for others. And you were designed to heal. My mission is to help you do that!

In love and wellness,

Karin Nicole Allumbaugh

http://www.thrivenaturalnutrition.com/

Today we are talking about WHY- the podcast, the Kidney Care Blueprint, all of it.

And we'll talk about what all of my most successful clients have in common.

I sure could use some help from you- please can you share on social media, and tag me. That would be a great way that I can reach more people.

I would also love it if you could leave me a review. That will definitely help me to spread the word, it will allow me to help more folks to be brave and bold in their healing journey, and it will further the mission that I am called to. Here's a short clip that describes how to do that. https://us06web.zoom.us/clips/share/MTSDHZe5SvqU3Treki-iOw

You can also follow me on Instagram at karin.allumbaugh.health

In love and wellness,

Karin Nicole Allumbaugh

www.thrivenaturalnutrition.com

What if getting better sleep meant that your kidney function would get better?

I hear what you’re saying… but ever since my kidney disease got worse I sleep terribly.

Ok, let’s bring in some tools to make it better.

Because bad sleep correlates with your kidney disease getting worse. And when you improve your sleep- the quality and quantity- you improve your blood pressure, your diabetes, your gut health… and even your kidney disease.

So what are we going to do to make it better?

That’s what this latest podcast episode is all about.

We’ll talk about WHY your sleep is crud.

We’ll talk about why it REALLY matters that you improve it.

And finally we’ll talk about how you can go about taking some steps to improve it.

Because it IS that important!

That’s why addressing sleep IS an important component of the Kidney Care Blueprint.

In love and wellness,

Karin Allumbaugh

http://www.thrivenaturalnutrition.com/

Founder: Kidney Care Blueprint

What’s the source?

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6411180/

https://bmcnephrol.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12882-023-03177-3

https://jcsm.aasm.org/doi/10.5664/jcsm.7652

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-020-68602-1

For individuals who are diagnosed with kidney disease, a great number are told that there is little that can be done. Furthermore, many are even told that chronic kidney disease is irreversible. In this episode, I bring you research that proves that kidney disease is indeed reversible. And I also tell you specifically what can be done to begin to halt or even reverse chronic kidney disease. There is no better gift you can give to yourself than ensuring your optimal health. May this episode bring you or a loved one hope and practical tips on what to do to begin to treat chronic kidney disease. In love and wellness, Karin Nicole Allumbaugh Thrivenaturalnutrition.com In this episode: 0:45 The biggest travesty. 1:09 The Impact. By this way, this should say 807,000 Americans are living with kidney failure, NOT 107,000!! 1:30 Defining the stages of kidney disease. 3:18 What do the kidneys do? 5:04 How do I halt or reverse kidney disease? 12:10 What to do if my root cause is diabetes? 15:23 What to do if my root cause is high blood pressure? 18:40 What to do if my root cause is poor gut heatlh?