*I added a little of my K2 powder to my Cheerful Juice mix - the dicalcium phosphate is anticaking agent, but I didn't use much, ~ 1 gram per day ~ 10 mg K2 and a couple 100 mg each of Ca & Ph.
Hi, Jen, well this is confusing for me. I just had .5 cm kidney stone. I'm 5'4", 140 lbs and pretty fit for 59 years. But I can never get my fasting blood sugar below 99 nor my AIc below 5.7. What might I be doing wrong or what can I do better?
Magnesium and bitter tasting phytonutrients can help with blood sugar. And.... pomegranate peel is very good for reducing insulin resistance. Stress level, whether emotional or physical is a risk factor for high blood sugar. [It will skyrocket temporarily after trauma/surgery and after-care in hospitals often requires temporary attention to insulin needs - and a dietitian consult.]
Any idea if you are more alkaline or acidic on average? That post mentioned low or high uric acid could have stones, K2 might help by helping keep calcium under control. Better magnesium absorption (topical baths to bypass a gut issue) can help the body handle calcium better too.
I asked Grok ;-) I'm paying for it, and it is more accurate than Brave. >>> Dehydration is a very clear risk for kidney stones. A family member got some after refusing water during a long car trip (too much like Monk on the TV show, didn't have the right brand of bottled water in the car... severe pain and ER trip later.)
Is there a relationship between slightly elevated HbgAc (*my typo) and risk of kidney stones?
To address your question about the relationship between slightly elevated HbA1c (Hemoglobin A1c) and the risk of kidney stones, let's consider the following points:
HbA1c and Diabetes Connection:
HbA1c is a measure of average blood glucose levels over the past 2-3 months. Elevated HbA1c levels indicate poor blood sugar control, often associated with diabetes or pre-diabetes.
Diabetes and Kidney Stones:
Diabetes can increase the risk of kidney stones due to several mechanisms:
Increased Urinary Calcium: Diabetes can lead to hypercalciuria (excess calcium in the urine), which is a risk factor for calcium-based kidney stones.
Urine Concentration: Poorly controlled diabetes can lead to dehydration, concentrating urine and potentially increasing stone formation.
Changes in Urinary pH: Diabetes might alter urinary pH, which can affect the solubility of stone-forming minerals.
Insulin Resistance: There's some evidence suggesting insulin resistance, common in diabetes, may influence kidney stone formation through metabolic changes.
Clinical Studies:
Research has shown varying degrees of correlation between diabetes (and hence high HbA1c) and kidney stone formation. Some studies suggest diabetic patients have a higher incidence of kidney stones, particularly those with poor glycemic control.
Slightly Elevated HbA1c:
If HbA1c is only slightly elevated, the direct correlation with kidney stone risk might be less pronounced than in those with overt diabetes. However, even pre-diabetes might subtly increase risk due to metabolic changes.
Other Considerations:
Other factors like diet, hydration status, genetic predisposition, and existing kidney diseases also play significant roles in kidney stone formation.
Given this context:
There might be an association between even slightly elevated HbA1c and an increased risk for kidney stones, particularly if other risk factors are present. However, this relationship can be influenced by numerous variables, and individual risk varies.
Recommendations:
Monitor blood sugar levels more closely.
Maintain adequate hydration to dilute urine.
Consider dietary adjustments if advised by a healthcare provider to manage both blood sugar and stone risk (e.g., reducing sodium and animal protein intake, which can increase stone risk).
Consultation with Healthcare Providers: If you're concerned about kidney stone risk or managing HbA1c levels, it's crucial to consult with your healthcare provider for personalized advice based on your full medical profile.
In summary, while there isn't a direct, one-to-one correlation, slightly elevated HbA1c might contribute to a higher risk of kidney stones, particularly in the context of other risk factors or in conjunction with diabetic conditions. However, this should be evaluated in the broader context of your health.
Disclaimer: Grok is not a doctor; please consult a medical professional. Do not share your personally identifiable information. // It didn't give me any references, I must have phrased my prompt somehow differently than usual. https://x.com/i/grok/share/fgaqMYktMAbj1dH0XpUa9ehnv
Well, thank you so much, Jen. I did not expect such a lengthy and thorough reply. I know I need to get this sugar stuff under control, but I have been so swayed by all of this Peating stuff online that I think I just threw the baby out with the bathwater regarding sugar. Am I supposed to steep the pomegranate peels? Like a tea? Are bitter tasting phytonutrients things like dandelion greens?
I've seen those, seemed to me like some did have some connections. Eating cheese late at night correlated with bed deaths - cheese eating late at night could suggest more cheese eating and late at night indigestion, tossing and turning, heart attack from cheese eating habits....
Google searching may have just gone up over time, for a wide variety search terms.
I've decided to use my K2 powder also. According to the information I've been able to find, the bioavailability of dicalcium phosphate is low - around 35%, and I'm not taking any other calcium or phosphorus supplements, so I don't think it's worth worrying about.
*It would be an additive issue if trying to go for a 'huge' dose of 200 mg-1000 mg. I will have to relook at the math with 35% bioavailability factored in.
I should have linked to my recent K2 series. That is the issue - more is likely needed ofK2for reversing or preventing soft tissue calcification than the amount needed to support coagulation. More K2 isn't going to cause clotting in a person not at risk and lack of K2 can add to calcification which does increase blood clot/stroke risks.
*I will add this to the post, thanks for asking. Yes, you are correct. To reverse or prevent brain aging, animal study used the equivalent of 1 gram per day - Huge difference from 100 mcg.
Hi, Jen, well this is confusing for me. I just had .5 cm kidney stone. I'm 5'4", 140 lbs and pretty fit for 59 years. But I can never get my fasting blood sugar below 99 nor my AIc below 5.7. What might I be doing wrong or what can I do better?
And thank you, as always, for any ideas/thoughts.
I have sleep apnea. I feel like that's either the symptom or the problem, but don't know how it's related to all this.
Magnesium and bitter tasting phytonutrients can help with blood sugar. And.... pomegranate peel is very good for reducing insulin resistance. Stress level, whether emotional or physical is a risk factor for high blood sugar. [It will skyrocket temporarily after trauma/surgery and after-care in hospitals often requires temporary attention to insulin needs - and a dietitian consult.]
Any idea if you are more alkaline or acidic on average? That post mentioned low or high uric acid could have stones, K2 might help by helping keep calcium under control. Better magnesium absorption (topical baths to bypass a gut issue) can help the body handle calcium better too.
There can be ethnic or gene differences affecting whether the body loses magnesium more readily and hangs onto more calcium https://transcendingsquare.com/2018/11/28/high-blood-pressure-and-possible-ethnic-differences////
I asked Grok ;-) I'm paying for it, and it is more accurate than Brave. >>> Dehydration is a very clear risk for kidney stones. A family member got some after refusing water during a long car trip (too much like Monk on the TV show, didn't have the right brand of bottled water in the car... severe pain and ER trip later.)
Is there a relationship between slightly elevated HbgAc (*my typo) and risk of kidney stones?
To address your question about the relationship between slightly elevated HbA1c (Hemoglobin A1c) and the risk of kidney stones, let's consider the following points:
HbA1c and Diabetes Connection:
HbA1c is a measure of average blood glucose levels over the past 2-3 months. Elevated HbA1c levels indicate poor blood sugar control, often associated with diabetes or pre-diabetes.
Diabetes and Kidney Stones:
Diabetes can increase the risk of kidney stones due to several mechanisms:
Increased Urinary Calcium: Diabetes can lead to hypercalciuria (excess calcium in the urine), which is a risk factor for calcium-based kidney stones.
Urine Concentration: Poorly controlled diabetes can lead to dehydration, concentrating urine and potentially increasing stone formation.
Changes in Urinary pH: Diabetes might alter urinary pH, which can affect the solubility of stone-forming minerals.
Insulin Resistance: There's some evidence suggesting insulin resistance, common in diabetes, may influence kidney stone formation through metabolic changes.
Clinical Studies:
Research has shown varying degrees of correlation between diabetes (and hence high HbA1c) and kidney stone formation. Some studies suggest diabetic patients have a higher incidence of kidney stones, particularly those with poor glycemic control.
Slightly Elevated HbA1c:
If HbA1c is only slightly elevated, the direct correlation with kidney stone risk might be less pronounced than in those with overt diabetes. However, even pre-diabetes might subtly increase risk due to metabolic changes.
Other Considerations:
Other factors like diet, hydration status, genetic predisposition, and existing kidney diseases also play significant roles in kidney stone formation.
Given this context:
There might be an association between even slightly elevated HbA1c and an increased risk for kidney stones, particularly if other risk factors are present. However, this relationship can be influenced by numerous variables, and individual risk varies.
Recommendations:
Monitor blood sugar levels more closely.
Maintain adequate hydration to dilute urine.
Consider dietary adjustments if advised by a healthcare provider to manage both blood sugar and stone risk (e.g., reducing sodium and animal protein intake, which can increase stone risk).
Consultation with Healthcare Providers: If you're concerned about kidney stone risk or managing HbA1c levels, it's crucial to consult with your healthcare provider for personalized advice based on your full medical profile.
In summary, while there isn't a direct, one-to-one correlation, slightly elevated HbA1c might contribute to a higher risk of kidney stones, particularly in the context of other risk factors or in conjunction with diabetic conditions. However, this should be evaluated in the broader context of your health.
Disclaimer: Grok is not a doctor; please consult a medical professional. Do not share your personally identifiable information. // It didn't give me any references, I must have phrased my prompt somehow differently than usual. https://x.com/i/grok/share/fgaqMYktMAbj1dH0XpUa9ehnv
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Well, thank you so much, Jen. I did not expect such a lengthy and thorough reply. I know I need to get this sugar stuff under control, but I have been so swayed by all of this Peating stuff online that I think I just threw the baby out with the bathwater regarding sugar. Am I supposed to steep the pomegranate peels? Like a tea? Are bitter tasting phytonutrients things like dandelion greens?
Yes, oregano, dark chocolate, leeks, anything strongly flavored has some bitter phytonutrients - citrus zest.
I pinned my pomegranate peel prep post as my top article on the homepage of denutrients.substack
Thank you, I will check it out. For some reason, even though I am a paying subscriber, I can't "like" comments, only posts. Very weird.
That is odd, I appreciate Likes wherever they are allowed.
You might find this to be entertaining: https://www.tylervigen.com/spurious-correlations
I've seen those, seemed to me like some did have some connections. Eating cheese late at night correlated with bed deaths - cheese eating late at night could suggest more cheese eating and late at night indigestion, tossing and turning, heart attack from cheese eating habits....
Google searching may have just gone up over time, for a wide variety search terms.
https://www.tylervigen.com/spurious/correlation/5208_popularity-of-the-red-pill-blue-pill-meme_correlates-with_google-searches-for-i-am-tired
re: biologic crystals & EMFs
https://normanjames.substack.com/p/the-subtle-dance-of-ac-and-crystals
Very helpful, thanks!
I've decided to use my K2 powder also. According to the information I've been able to find, the bioavailability of dicalcium phosphate is low - around 35%, and I'm not taking any other calcium or phosphorus supplements, so I don't think it's worth worrying about.
*It would be an additive issue if trying to go for a 'huge' dose of 200 mg-1000 mg. I will have to relook at the math with 35% bioavailability factored in.
Helpful, thanks!
Take it with a fat containing meal, as K2 is better absorbed with fats.
I take it with a glass of raw milk that I'm buying from an Amish farmer. Plenty of butterfat content, and delicious.
Ten milligrams of K2? A standard tablet/capsule of K2 is 100 micrograms. Some combinations of K2 and D3 are 120mcg and 1000 IU respectively.
I should have linked to my recent K2 series. That is the issue - more is likely needed ofK2for reversing or preventing soft tissue calcification than the amount needed to support coagulation. More K2 isn't going to cause clotting in a person not at risk and lack of K2 can add to calcification which does increase blood clot/stroke risks.
Post one on K2 - https://denutrients.substack.com/p/vitamin-k2-soft-tissue-calcification?r=os7nw
Post two on K2 - https://denutrients.substack.com/p/update-on-vitamin-k2-and-anticoagulant?r=os7nw
Addendum because I didn't read the fine print on the filler in a product post 3 on K2 - https://denutrients.substack.com/p/bulk-k2-addendum?r=os7nw
*I will add this to the post, thanks for asking. Yes, you are correct. To reverse or prevent brain aging, animal study used the equivalent of 1 gram per day - Huge difference from 100 mcg.