FOLLOWING THE EAT-LANCET DIET LOWERS CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE RISK

By Dr. Liji Thomas, MD

Large-scale UK Biobank data show that the EAT-Lancet planetary health diet is associated with lower CKD risk, with genetics, green space, and molecular signatures shaping who benefits most.

Study: The EAT–Lancet planetary health diet and risk of incident chronic kidney disease. Image credit: monticello/Shutterstock.com

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a major issue among adults, affecting approximately 10 % of people worldwide. A recent paper in CMAJ explored the association of this disorder with the EAT-Lancet planetary health diet.

Diet quality emerges as modifiable CKD prevention factor

Scientists estimate that CKD will be the fifth leading cause of death by 2040. Dietary intake is a major potential risk factor, and various diet plans have been assessed for their associations with reduced CKD risk.

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2026-01-28T10:18:22Z