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  • Nephrology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Nutritional Science

Background:

  • Chronic kidney disease (CKD) involves persistent exposure to uremic toxins (UTs) from gut microbial metabolism, leading to severe complications.
  • CKD is linked to gut dysbiosis and increased microbial production of UT precursors.
  • Diet significantly influences the gut microbiota, presenting a potential target for reducing UTs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the role of nutrition in the gut microbiota-UT-kidney axis in CKD.
  • To explore dietary strategies for reducing UT generation.
  • To discuss precision nutrition approaches for CKD management.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review focusing on nutrition, gut microbiota, and CKD.
  • Analysis of dietary factors influencing microbial metabolism and UT production.
  • Examination of precision nutrition strategies and future research directions.

Main Results:

  • Plant-based low-protein diets are particularly effective in reducing UTs.
  • Dietary factors like amino acid composition, lipids, and meal timing impact UT production.
  • Personalized dietary interventions guided by biomarkers can improve outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Dietary modulation of the gut microbiota is a key strategy for managing CKD.
  • Precision nutrition holds promise for tailoring interventions to individual needs in CKD.
  • Further research using multidimensional phenotyping and biomarkers is needed to optimize CKD care.