Kidney Disease and Excess Weight
Kidney disease, also known as chronic kidney disease (CKD), is a condition characterized by the gradual loss of kidney function over time. Obesity is a significant risk factor for developing kidney disease due to increased pressure on the kidneys and the development of other obesity-related health conditions, such as diabetes and hypertension.
At Harvey Brooker Weight Loss for Men we have helped thousands of Toronto men lose weight long-term and improve illnesses like kidney disease.
Types of Kidney Disease
Obesity can contribute to the development of various types of kidney disease, including:
- Glomerulopathy: Obesity can lead to glomerulopathy, a condition in which the glomeruli (the small filtering units of the kidneys) become damaged and scarred, impairing kidney function.
- Diabetic nephropathy: Obesity increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, which can cause diabetic nephropathy, a progressive kidney disease characterized by damage to the blood vessels in the kidneys.
- Hypertensive nephrosclerosis: Obesity is a major risk factor for hypertension, which can cause hypertensive nephrosclerosis, a condition marked by damage to the blood vessels in the kidneys due to high blood pressure.
Common Issues Associated with Kidney Disease
Kidney disease can lead to various challenges and complications, including:
- Reduced kidney function: As kidney disease progresses, the kidneys become less efficient at filtering waste and excess fluids from the body, leading to a build-up of harmful substances in the blood.
- Fluid retention: Damaged kidneys may struggle to remove excess fluid from the body, causing swelling in the legs, ankles, and feet.
Anemia: Kidney disease can impair the production of red blood cells, leading to anemia and associated symptoms such as fatigue and weakness. - Cardiovascular complications: Kidney disease can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke, as the kidneys play a crucial role in maintaining cardiovascular health.
Kidney Disease in Men
Men with kidney disease may face unique challenges and concerns, such as:
- Higher prevalence: Men have a higher prevalence of obesity-related kidney disease compared to women, due to differences in body composition and hormonal factors.
- Delayed diagnosis: Men may be less likely to seek medical help for symptoms related to kidney disease, potentially delaying the diagnosis and treatment of the condition.
- Lifestyle factors: Men may be more prone to adopting unhealthy lifestyle habits, such as poor diet and alcohol consumption, which can contribute to obesity and increase the risk of kidney disease.
How We Support Men With Kidney Disease in Toronto
Losing weight can have a significant impact on improving kidney disease as it can reduce pressure on the kidneys, improve blood pressure control, manage blood sugar levels and enhance overall health. We provide professional help through several different methods:
Personalized Support: We offer both online and in-person weight loss support, as well as group and personal coaching. No matter the format, our members receive the motivation, support and guidance they need to succeed.
Unique Eating Plan: Our easy-to-follow 20/20 Healthy Eating Plan™ is tailored just for men and it uses a calculated unit system that will help you understand portion control and make better eating choices without going hungry. Everything can be purchased at your local supermarket.
Accountability: Our program helps members stay on track through regular check-ins and support.
Proven Success: We have helped thousands of men regain their health since 1985. Take a look at our Google reviews!
Attend a free meeting and see why our program has provided consistent and lasting success for our members.
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Toronto Men Who Have Lost Weight with Us
- I joined Harvey Brooker Weight for Men on May 2021. I weighed 242 lbs and felt desperate. With a diabetes 2 diagnosis and other health issues, I needed help. It is now March 2024. I have lost 75 lbs and maintaining my weight going on 2 years now. I feel healthier both physically and mentally. I no longer take medications to control my diabetes. The program works. A lot of common sense and support available.read moreread lessTk fodder24/03/2024
- I don't normally review things, but I gotta give 5 stars to the Brooker program. I joined in 2015 and lost 160 lbs thanks to their fantastic approach to helping me understand my relationship with food. I saw lots of other guys during my weight loss who were able to go off their diabetes medication, and honestly, it just works. If you've tried other programs (as I had and gained the weight right back), I urge you to check Brooker out and see what they're all about. The people there are fantastic and they help motivate you on your journey. Thanks to the program, I was able to get off my CPAP machine and my family is very happy to have their husband/dad still around. <3 <3 <3read moreread lessForeshots Photography23/03/2024
- I run a YouTube channel that involves aviation, and I always found it challenging to stand outside for long periods of time taking pictures and videos. After getting healthy with Harvey Brooker, I now find it easier to do outdoor activities, and I even decided to sign up for flight lessons, now that I can easily fit inside small airplanes. I really don't think that I'd be able to do this without the program. Obviously, it has helped me out physically and medically, but the confidence I have gained in my accomplishments thanks to Harvey has been fantastic. Embrace the journey!read moreread lessWake Turbulence23/03/2024
- This program saved my life. The Harvey Brooker program is a common sense, no nonsense, no gimmicks program for men only where we meet once a week to hear educational information and a motivational talk, and hear stories from other men who've lost lots of weight. Some guys there have lost over a hundred pounds just by following the program, which is basically a food plan, coupled with the motivational guidance and support you get each week. I can’t say enough about how much I’ve learned and changed my life.read moreread lessMichael Y20/03/2024