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08/06/2026

DAY 8 OF THE REBUILD

This has become one of my daily rituals.

Every morning I start with lemon, mineral salt, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, saffron tea and creatine as part of my personal health protocol.

Do I think this drink is responsible for all my progress?

No.

What I do believe is that small daily actions compound over time.

My goal isn't a quick fix.

My goal is to rebuild my health, prepare my body for the future, improve my metabolic health, support recovery, and become the strongest version of myself.

I live with PCOS, chronic pain, inflammation and the long-term effects of serious injuries. For years I felt like my body was working against me.

Now I'm focusing on what I can control every single day.

Current weight: 94kg
Highest weight I can remember: 107kg+

I still have another 25-30kg to lose.

But today isn't about the finish line.

It's about Day 8.

One day.
One choice.
One step closer.

07/06/2026

07/06/2026

Most people think kidney disease causes pain.

The reality is that kidney damage can develop silently for years before symptoms appear.

That's why so many people are shocked when routine testing reveals protein in their urine or declining kidney function.

The goal isn't to wait until something feels wrong.

The goal is to identify problems while there's still plenty of time to act.

If you have diabetes, high blood pressure, excess weight, or a family history of kidney disease, knowing your numbers matters.

eGFR.

uACR.

HbA1c.

Blood Pressure.

Because prevention is always easier than treatment.

Swipe through and learn how diabetic kidney disease develops long before most people realize it's happening.

07/06/2026

THE BIGGEST KIDNEY MISTAKE DIABETICS MAKE

The biggest mistake most diabetics make is assuming that if something was wrong with their kidneys, they would know it. Unfortunately, kidney disease doesn't work that way. You can feel completely healthy while damage is quietly developing in the background. No pain. No obvious symptoms. No warning signs that would make you think anything is wrong.

Meanwhile, elevated blood sugar may be placing enormous stress on the tiny filtration units inside your kidneys. These microscopic filters work around the clock to clean your blood and remove waste products. When blood sugar remains elevated for months or years, those filters can become inflamed and damaged. In the beginning, the kidneys often compensate by working harder. Most people never notice this happening because they still feel perfectly normal.

As time passes, the damage can progress. The filtration barrier may become less selective, allowing important proteins such as albumin to leak into the urine. Eventually, healthy kidney tissue can be replaced by scar tissue, reducing the kidneys' ability to do the job they were designed to do. The frightening part is that this process can continue for years before symptoms finally appear.

That's why diabetic kidney disease is often called a silent disease. The people who protect their kidneys aren't necessarily the people who feel sick. They're the people who monitor what is happening before symptoms develop. They know their eGFR. They know their uACR. They know their HbA1c. They keep an eye on their blood pressure.

Because when kidney disease finally becomes obvious, it has often been developing quietly for a very long time.

Don't wait for symptoms.

Measure what matters.

06/06/2026

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Don't cancel on you

06/06/2026

People often ask why I'm so focused on nutrition, metabolic health, supplements, blood sugar, inflammation and longevity.

The answer is simple: because for me, this isn't just about weight loss.

After the bike accident, I was left with multiple injuries, chronic pain and physical limitations. I can't exercise like most people can, and I live with daily inflammation. Last year I also nearly lost my liver after overusing pain medication, which means I can no longer rely on pain pills when things get bad.

What I eat directly affects how much pain I'm in.

That's why I've spent countless hours reading scientific journals, research studies and comparing them to mainstream health advice. My approach is based on physiology, metabolic health and understanding how the human body actually works.

I follow a nose-to-tail approach to nutrition and believe in including organ meats such as liver, heart and kidneys. Right now I'm eating a Carnivore Plus Ferments lifestyle, focusing mainly on steak, eggs, kimchi and other fermented foods.

I avoid things that may contribute to inflammation or affect nutrient absorption, and I focus heavily on mitochondrial health, stable blood sugar and reducing glucose spikes.

I'm also working on longevity. I try to take daily walks, get morning sunlight, drink olive oil daily and I'm working hard to quit smoking. Smoking significantly increases the risk of complications and failure after spinal fusion surgery, and I want to give myself the best possible chance of recovery when that time comes.

Yesterday I ate 2 steaks, a pork chop cooked in butter and tallow, 2 eggs, Bulgarian yoghurt, cottage cheese, kimchi and a protein shake. Total intake was roughly 1,300 calories, 160g protein and only 20g carbs.

Since Monday I've lost 2.5kg and 6cm off my waist.

I currently can't work because of my injuries, so I spend my days creating art, painting and 3D printing when my body allows it.

I'm documenting this journey because it keeps me accountable. Maybe one day it becomes something bigger. Maybe it doesn't. But if my story helps even one person take control of their health, then sharing it is worth it.

05/06/2026

05/06/2026

KIDNEY HEALTH SERIES – POST 4

WHY HIGH BLOOD SUGAR DAMAGES THE KIDNEYS

Most people know diabetes can damage the kidneys, but few understand how it actually happens.

Inside your kidneys are approximately two million microscopic filters called nephrons. Their job is to clean your blood, remove waste, and keep important substances such as proteins, minerals, and blood cells where they belong.

When blood sugar remains elevated for months or years, these delicate filters are exposed to constant metabolic stress. Excess glucose increases inflammation, generates harmful free radicals, and damages the tiny blood vessels that supply the kidneys. In the early stages, the kidneys often respond by working harder than normal. This is called hyperfiltration, and although it may sound beneficial, it actually places additional strain on the filtration system.

Over time, the filtration membrane begins to thicken and lose its precision. Important proteins, especially albumin, can start leaking into the urine. This is often one of the earliest detectable signs of kidney damage and is why the uACR test is so important.

As the damage continues, healthy kidney tissue is gradually replaced by scar tissue. Fewer nephrons remain available to do the work, and kidney function slowly begins to decline. The process is usually silent, developing over many years before symptoms appear.

The encouraging news is that diabetic kidney disease is not inevitable. Better blood sugar control, healthy blood pressure, regular exercise, quality sleep, maintaining a healthy weight, and early testing can significantly reduce the risk of progression.

Kidney disease doesn't develop from one high-sugar meal.

It develops from years of repeated metabolic stress.

Every healthy choice you make today helps protect the filters that protect your life.

05/06/2026

KIDNEY HEALTH SERIES – POST 3

THE TWO TESTS THAT COULD SAVE YOUR KIDNEYS

One of the biggest mistakes people make is waiting for symptoms before checking their kidney health. The problem is that kidney disease can develop silently for years. By the time symptoms such as swelling, fatigue, nausea, itching, or changes in urination appear, significant damage may already have occurred.

The good news is that modern medicine gives us two simple tests that can detect kidney damage long before symptoms begin.

The first is the **eGFR (Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate)** blood test. This measures how well your kidneys are filtering waste products from your bloodstream. Think of it as a report card for your kidneys' filtration ability. A lower eGFR may indicate that your kidneys are not filtering as effectively as they should.

The second is the **uACR (Urine Albumin-to-Creatinine Ratio)** test. This checks whether protein is leaking into your urine. Healthy kidneys keep protein in the bloodstream. When damage begins, small amounts of albumin can leak through the kidney's microscopic filters. In many cases, this is one of the earliest warning signs of kidney disease.

The most important thing to understand is that these tests tell us different things. The uACR test can identify early kidney damage, while the eGFR test tells us how well the kidneys are currently functioning. Together they provide a much clearer picture of kidney health than either test alone.

If you have diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, a family history of kidney disease, or are over the age of 60, knowing these numbers could make a tremendous difference to your long-term health.

Don't wait for symptoms.

Know your numbers.

Protect your kidneys before they need saving.