The Beneficial Effects of Weight Reduction in Overweight Patients With Chronic Proteinuric Immunoglobulin A Nephropathy: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Conclusions: A 6-month low-calorie diet leads to weight reduction and results in diminished fat content and decreased proteinuria in overweight IgAN patients with chronic proteinuria. This beneficial effect might be mediated by changes in adipokines.
Source: Journal of Renal Nutrition - Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Piyawan Kittiskulnam, Talerngsak Kanjanabuch, Kannika Tangmanjitjaroen, Wiwat Chancharoenthana, Kearkiat Praditpornsilpa, Somchai Eiam-Ong Tags: Research Brief Source Type: research