Maintain Normal Blood Pressure

High blood pressure is a common cause of CKD. If you have high blood pressure, you may need to make changes to your diet. Medicines can be prescribed to help keep your blood pressure in a safe range.

Lose Excess Weight

Excess weight or obesity can lead to high blood pressure and diabetes. Your doctor or dietitian will help you find ways to lose weight safely.

Control Blood Glucose Levels

High blood glucose levels make CKD worse. Simple tests can tell if you have diabetes. If you do, your diet may need to be changed. Medicines can be prescribed to help keep your blood glucose in a safe range.

Stop Smoking

Smoking makes CKD worse. Your doctor will go over different plans that will help you successfully quit.

Change Your Diet

Table salt and dietary protein make CKD progress more quickly. Phosphorus, a mineral found in some foods, builds up in the blood when the kidneys are not working well. Phosphorus can make bones weak because of calcium loss. CKD can also raise the amount of fats in your blood. This can lead to a heart attack or stroke.

Your doctor may advise cutting down on salt, protein, dairy products, peas, cola, nuts, and high-fat foods. A dietitian can help you select healthy foods. If you don’t feel like eating because of CKD, a dietitian will help you get the most out of what you eat.

Regular Exercise

An exercise training program can help you get into or keep your physical fitness. This, in combination with other lifestyle changes, will also help to lower your risk of coronary artery disease and depression. Both of these are common health problems for people with CKD.