Mediterranean diet preserves renal mitochondrial homeostasis and attenuates early diabetic kidney injury in db/db mice

A balanced MD-based dietary mix preserves renal structure and function in db/db mice by counteracting oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction, and early fibrotic remodeling. These findings support the MD as a potential nutritional strategy to enhance renal resilience and mitigate metabolic stress-induced kidney aging in the context of diabetes and obesity.