The Potential Role of Natural Bioactive Compounds in the Protection of Renal Function
A special issue of Pharmaceuticals (ISSN 1424-8247). This special issue belongs to the section "Natural Products".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2026 | Viewed by 18
Special Issue Editor
Interests: natural bioactive compounds; body composition assessment; renal diet; hypoproteic diet; plant-based diet; obesity; metabolic syndrome
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Dear Colleagues,
Growing evidence highlights a strong correlation between the alarming global rise in obesity, arterial hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and chronic kidney disease (CKD) and the excessive intake of sodium, simple sugars, phosphorus, and potassium. Projections suggest that in 2040, CKD will become the fifth leading cause of death worldwide, emphasizing the urgent need for effective preventive strategies in public health.
Within this framework, nutritional approaches centered on natural ingredients and bioactive compounds offer a promising path toward healthier longevity, which can exert significant protective effects on human health, particularly on the renal function. These phytochemical compounds have been shown to modulate key biological pathways and reduce oxidative stress and inflammation, contributing to both the prevention and the slowing of CKD progression.
This Special Issue aims at collecting original research and comprehensive reviews that shed light on the multifaceted role of natural bioactive compounds in safeguarding kidney health. By integrating nutritional data with clinical and experimental evidence, we seek to propose novel strategies to promote healthy aging and reduce the global burden of CKD.
Dr. Giulia Marrone
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- natural bioactive compounds
- renal health
- oxidative stress
- healthspan extension
- chronic kidney disease
- chronic non-communicable diseases
- decline in renal function
- biological pathways
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