Can't just blame Aceto. It's most if not all of the "guru's" and bodybuilding coaches who claim they read labs. The only thing most look at is the hemotology, testosterone, Cholesterol, a1c but not the most important. BUN, Creatinine, eGFR, Amylase and the hematology associated ESPECIALLY with bodybuilding. It's just not steroids and diuretics to blame. Most if the time it's NSAIDS, not controlling BP (high). When labs are pulled one of the FIRST indicators that should be looked at is kidney function. If BUN is high, Creatinine is out of range and eGFR is low pass on training that person and tell them they need to see a nephrologist
There's TONS of talk about kidneys in the bodybuilding community. I think the coaches do look at the kidney labs as there's been so much talk about. All the "top" ones I've seen on social media say they do it, it's a priority it seems. That's aside from the wisdom of laypersons playing doctor; just making sure I'm not misunderstood LOL. But if your experience hearing about coaches is different I have no reason to doubt you.
Dante Doggcrapp touts the herb astragalus. Says he's brought back MANY pros and amateurs from the brink of kidney failure with it, along with stopping the juice. 2 grams morning and night, Vitamin Shoppe brand IIRC. It lowered my creatinine and tons of similar testimonials on the forums, seems reliable in that respect. Question in my mind is if it just lowers lab values, sort of as a fake indicator, or is it actually protecting the kidneys. Thought I'd mention it in case someone here has highish creatinine and wants to try it. Check the brand to make sure, apparently NOW foods for example doesn't work. Dante recommends all juicers to use it proactively, I don't think it will hurt. Are you familiar with it Coach?
AI Overview
Astragalus (Huang Qi) is an herb used in Traditional Chinese Medicine known for its potential to protect the kidneys. Research suggests it may help slow the progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD) by reducing inflammation, preventing kidney scarring (fibrosis), and improving blood flow
Key Benefits
Slows Kidney Decline: Studies, including recent multi-center trials in diabetic patients with CKD, suggest astragalus can help stabilize the estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) and slow kidney function decline.
Reduces Proteinuria: It is frequently investigated for its ability to lower protein in the urine—a major indicator of kidney damage and disease progression.
Antioxidant & Anti-Inflammatory: Compounds in the root, like astragaloside IV, help protect kidney tissues from oxidative damage and reduce inflammation.
Supports Diabetic Nephropathy: Because astragalus also helps lower blood sugar and improve metabolic function, it is heavily researched as an adjunctive treatment for diabetic kidney diseaseAs far as kidney labs go, one of dj's favorite youtubers, Pro BB Dr Todd, I think he's an actual MD, claims the GFR and creatinine value are worthless for a bb, you need to get your
Cystatin-C. He has an arrogant style so I haven't watched much.
There's a bunch of meds that theoretically could help protect bb'ers kidneys when used prophylactically, and many use them, but my posts get too long
