@hatetocook because I had CRC not long ago, I get blood tests every 3 months, including basic chemistry/ kidney function….some numbers were ‘’out of range’’ so I looked into that, did some research and spoke to my primary about them….she said they are not far out of range, especially for my age, etc. and that I can make a few dietary adjustments to make sure my #s stabilize, or even get better…she warned against an extreme kidney diet, as I am finally getting healthy past cancer and need a very well balanced diet to maintain overall health. She looks at the big picture with all of my numbers—over treating or over-compensating for one condition can affect others….like overdoing the osteoporosis diet is not good for kidney health, etc. she said I don’t need an army of specialists, as early stage age-related conditions can be helped by diet, hydration and exercise thoughtfully done. Docs have very little to offer early stage conditions—common sense is a viable path.