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Your Creatinine Is Rising. Here's What That Means — And What You Can Do Before Dialysis.

A personalized, root-cause treatment plan for kidney disease — built from your lab reports, explained clearly, and guided by a licensed doctor at every step.

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Dr. Puneet Dhawan - Ayurvedic Physician
Dr Puneet Dhawan 5th generation in ayurveda

What Is Kidney Disease?

  • Your kidneys are two small organs that filter waste, extra fluid, and toxins out of your blood, help control blood pressure, and keep your body's chemistry in balance.
  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) happens when the kidneys are damaged and gradually lose their ability to do this job properly.
  • CKD develops in stages, from very mild (Stage 1) to complete kidney failure (Stage 5).
  • Most people don't feel any symptoms in the early stages, which is why so many are only diagnosed after a routine blood test shows a high creatinine level or a low eGFR (a measure of how well the kidneys are filtering).
  • By the time symptoms appear, the disease has often already progressed significantly — which is exactly why understanding your numbers early matters.
Chronic Kidney Disease Illustration

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Stages

Stage 1: Very Mild

Minimal Damage
eGFR Level

90 or Higher

Symptom Risk

Rarely Noticeable

  • Kidneys are damaged but working at normal capacity.
  • Usually diagnosed as an accidental finding on routine blood or urine tests.

Stage 2: Mild

Mild GFR Drop
eGFR Level

60 to 89

Symptom Risk

Very Low

  • Kidneys have mild damage with a slight drop in filtering capacity.
  • Serum creatinine levels may start showing minor elevations.
  • Custom dietary changes and natural support should begin at this stage.

Stage 3: Moderate

Moderate GFR Drop
eGFR Level

30 to 59

Symptom Risk

Tiredness, Swelling

  • Kidneys are moderately damaged, filtering less waste from your blood.
  • Waste products begin to build up, leading to noticeable physical symptoms.
  • Fatigue, swelling in hands or legs, and urination changes are common.

Stage 4: Severe

Severe GFR Drop
eGFR Level

15 to 29

Symptom Risk

High Danger

  • Kidneys have severe damage with high risk of progression to failure.
  • Essential to start active, root-cause cell support immediately.
  • Critical steps must be taken to preserve remaining function and delay dialysis.

Stage 5: Kidney Failure

End-stage Renal
eGFR Level

Below 15

Symptom Risk

Uremia, Extreme Pain

  • Kidneys are very close to complete failure or have already failed.
  • Toxins build up rapidly in the bloodstream, causing severe metabolic strain.
  • Immediate, intensive clinical support and custom natural care are vital.

Why Kidney Disease Happens

Kidney disease usually develops slowly, over years, and is most often caused by one or more of the following factors:

Diabetes and Kidney Disease

Diabetes

The single biggest cause of kidney disease worldwide. High blood sugar damages the small blood vessels inside the kidneys over time, reducing filtration capacity.

High Blood Pressure and Kidney Disease

High Blood Pressure

The second most common cause. Constant high pressure strains and damages the kidneys' delicate filtering units (nephrons), scarring them permanently.

Genetics and Family History of Kidney Disease

Genetics & History

Some kidney conditions, like Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD), run in families, predisposing individuals to tissue deterioration early in life.

Pain Medication Overuse and Kidney Disease

Medication Overuse

Long-term overuse of certain pain medications, specifically NSAIDs (like Ibuprofen), can gradually harm kidney tissue and reduce blood flow.

Obesity, Dehydration, and Kidney Disease

Obesity & Dehydration

Chronic dehydration puts pressure on filtration, while obesity increases metabolic load. Repeated kidney infections also cause structural scarring.

Heart Disease and Kidney Disease Link

Other Conditions

Heart disease directly impacts circulation, which is closely linked to kidney health. Poor cardiovascular output limits optimal kidney filtration.

Our Success Stories

RM

Robert M.

Chicago, IL • Age 58

Creatinine Level

2.1 → 1.4 mg/dL

Timeframe

3 Months

ST

Sarah T.

Austin, TX • Age 46

Swelling Status

Severe → Resolved

Energy Level

Fully Restored

DK

David K.

San Diego, CA • Age 64

Creatinine Level

3.2 → 2.4 mg/dL

eGFR Improvement

+30% Increase

Symptoms of Kidney Disease

Early kidney disease often has no noticeable symptoms. As it progresses, patients may notice:

Swelling in legs, ankles, or around the eyes

Swelling in legs, ankles, or around the eyes

Persistent tiredness or low energy

Persistent tiredness or low energy

Changes in urination (foamy or reduced)

Changes in urination (foamy or reduced)

Loss of appetite, nausea, or metallic taste

Loss of appetite, nausea, or metallic taste

Difficulty concentrating or trouble sleeping

Difficulty concentrating or trouble sleeping

Muscle cramps, especially at night

Muscle cramps, especially at night

Experiencing these warning signs?

If you have several of these symptoms, or have a lab report showing elevated creatinine levels, you should seek guidance immediately.

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5,000-Year-Old Natural Healing

How Ancient Indian Medicine Heals Kidney Disease

  • Treating Root Causes: Ayurveda is a system of medicine that originated in India more than 5,000 years ago and has been practiced continuously ever since. Unlike treatments that focus only on managing symptoms, Ayurveda's core principle is to identify and treat the root cause of a disease — the underlying imbalance in the body that allowed the condition to develop in the first place.
  • Comprehensive Healing: For kidney disease specifically, this means the treatment isn't limited to lowering a single number on a lab report. It looks at the whole picture: diet, digestion, lifestyle, and the body's natural ability to repair and regulate itself, alongside a personalized combination of natural herbal formulations chosen for that patient's exact condition and stage of disease.
  • Personalized Care: This is also why Ayurvedic treatment is always personalized rather than one-size-fits-all — two patients with the same creatinine level may receive different treatment plans, because Ayurveda evaluates the individual, not just the lab report.
Ayurvedic Natural Healing Elements

Root-Cause Approach

5,000 years of clinical philosophy applied to modern kidney pathology.

Our Success Stories

ML

Maria L.

Orlando, FL • Age 52

Dialysis Frequency

3x → 1x / week

Quality of Life

Significantly Better

JG

James G.

Seattle, WA • Age 61

Creatinine Level

2.9 → 1.8 mg/dL

General Wellness

Energy Restored

LB

Linda B.

Boston, MA • Age 63

eGFR Level

22 → 38 mL/min

Dialysis Status

Postponed / Avoided

How We Actually Treat It — Our Process

We follow a transparent, doctor-led procedure to ensure your treatment is safe and highly customized.

1
Doctor Consultation

Doctor Consultation

Share your recent lab reports (creatinine, eGFR, BUN, ultrasound, etc.) with our medical team, and speak directly with a licensed Ayurvedic doctor — not a sales representative.

2
Personalized Treatment Plan

Personalized Plan

Based on your specific reports and health history, our doctor designs a treatment plan tailored specifically to you, combining organic formulations with custom dietary guidance.

3
Ongoing Support & Shipping

Ongoing Support

Your herbal treatment plan is packaged securely and shipped directly to your home in the USA. We provide clear daily guidance on your diet, herbs, and lifestyle changes.

4
Regular Progress Monitoring

Regular Monitoring

We hold periodic review sessions and track follow-up lab tests to measure your exact progress. We modify and optimize your herbal formulations as your kidney function improves.

Why Root-Cause Treatment Works Differently

Understand how the Ayurvedic path complements and differs from conventional kidney disease management.

Conventional Treatment

Focuses heavily on managing symptoms and slowing down organ decline using standard pharmaceuticals.

  • Primary focus is slowing GFR decline rather than structural rejuvenation
  • Limited dietary advice, often using standard generic forms
  • Often treats dialysis or transplant as the inevitable next option
  • Mainly manages symptoms (BP medications, diuretics)
Rejuvenative Path

Karma Ayurveda Approach

Works to support and strengthen the kidney's own organic ability to function by treating underlying imbalances.

  • Works to support and stimulate the kidney's own repair mechanism
  • Diet plans are fully customized to the individual's metabolic profile (Prakriti)
  • Aims to reduce dependence on dialysis and delay invasive surgeries
  • Identifies systemic root causes (poor digestion, toxin accumulation)

Patient Success Stories

JL

James L.

Denver, CO • Age 52

Creatinine Level

4.1 → 2.8 mg/dL

Outcome

Dialysis Avoided

ST

Sarah T.

Austin, TX • Age 46

Swelling Status

Severe → Resolved

Energy Level

Fully Restored

DK

David K.

San Diego, CA • Age 64

Creatinine Level

3.2 → 2.4 mg/dL

eGFR Improvement

+30% Increase

Our Track Record — 80+ Years of Excellence

Karma Ayurveda has been treating kidney patients across generations of the same family of doctors.

Karma Ayurveda Clinic Interior
Ayurvedic Herbs
Doctor Consultation
1946 Est.

Over that time, we have worked with patients at every stage of kidney disease — from those who have just discovered a high creatinine reading, to those already on dialysis looking for ways to reduce their dependence on it. Our approach has helped many patients avoid or delay dialysis, and in some cases, avoid transplant surgery altogether — always working alongside each patient's existing medical care.

80+
Years of Experience
Established medical lineage treating renal conditions since 1946.
5th
Generation Doctors
Generational medical lineage passed down through centuries of healing.
150k+
Patients Helped
Renal patients worldwide supported through personalized wellness plans.
Dr. Puneet Dhawan - Ayurvedic Physician

Meet Dr. Puneet Dhawan

Fifth-Generation Ayurvedic Physician & Renal Specialist

Dr. Puneet Dhawan is a fifth-generation Ayurvedic physician and leads the kidney care program at Karma Ayurveda. Under his leadership, the program is built on clinical integrity and personalized care. Every single patient's case and medical reports are reviewed by a licensed Ayurvedic doctor before any custom formulation or dietary advice is generated — never by an algorithm, and never by a sales representative.

B.A.M.S Degree

Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery

Renal Pioneer

80+ Years of Family Clinical Research

Our Success Stories

TH

Thomas H.

Denver, CO • Age 66

Creatinine Level

4.1 → 2.7 mg/dL

Energy Index

Highly Improved

PK

Patricia K.

Phoenix, AZ • Age 54

Muscle Cramps

Severe → Resolved

Metallic Taste

Fully Disappeared

JW

Joseph W.

Houston, TX • Age 62

eGFR Level

18 → 31 mL/min

Transplant Status

On Hold / Deferred

Frequently Asked Questions

Find transparent answers to standard questions about our treatments and USA logistics.

Can Ayurvedic treatment replace dialysis or a transplant?
No. Ayurvedic treatment is used alongside a patient's existing medical care, not as a replacement for dialysis or transplant when they are medically necessary. We will always be honest and transparent if a patient's case requires urgent conventional treatment first.
How long does it take to see results?
Most patients have their first follow-up lab review around the three-month mark. However, the timeline varies depending on the specific stage of kidney disease, body compliance, and how closely the personalized diet and herbal protocols are followed.
Do you accept insurance?
We currently do not accept direct US health insurance. However, our program fees are highly competitive compared to high deductible costs. We can provide detailed, itemized invoices that you can submit to your HSA or FSA provider for potential reimbursement consideration.
How is treatment shipped to the USA?
All personalized herbal formulations are safely packaged and shipped directly from our certified international compounding pharmacy. We ship to the United States via express shipping services (like DHL or FedEx). The customs clearance process is fully managed by our logistics team, and shipping takes about 5 to 7 business days.
Ayurvedic doctor consulting a renal patient on kidney health stats

Patient Success Stories

MG

Maria G.

Miami, FL • Age 60

eGFR Improvement

+25% Increase

Energy Level

Fully Restored

ST

Sarah T.

Austin, TX • Age 46

Swelling Status

Severe → Resolved

Energy Level

Fully Restored

DK

David K.

San Diego, CA • Age 64

Creatinine Level

3.2 → 2.4 mg/dL

eGFR Improvement

+30% Increase

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