Dietary changes are extremely important not only in the management of chronic kidney disease but also in maintenance and broader health of CKD patients. Lifestyle changes make a significant difference for many people who follow a few simple guidelines. So what are some dietary tips for CKD patients ? Log Your Progress The only way to know you’re making progress …
How to Manage Your Diet During Dialysis
Once one is on dialysis several lifestyle changes need to be made. Your daily dietary intake will impact the efficiency and effectiveness of dialysis, whether it is peritoneal or hemodialysis. It is important to consult with a dietician once you get started on dialysis. Why is Diet so Important in Dialysis Patients? Many of us have been inundated with dietary …
How to Prevent Kidney Stones
Most of us have at least heard of kidney stones. Perhaps you may have passed one. Either way, it’s always good to learn how to prevent kidney stones from ever forming in the first place. If you ask those who have passed a stone you will learn that it is a terribly uncomfortable experience. How Do Kidney Stones Form? …
8 Symptoms of Kidney Failure
Kidney failure sounds scary, but kidney failure is treatable if you catch it early! If you are experiencing any of these symptoms of kidney failure, you may have Chronic Kidney Disease. CKD, or Chronic Kidney Disease, is a progressive disease that does permanent damage to the kidneys. So it’s important to reach out to your doctor if you notice some …
5 Common Habits that Damage Your Kidneys
We all indulge in bad habits from time to time. We’re only human, after all! And we do our best to avoid bad habits. But what about the ones that we don’t realize are bad? When it comes to preserving our kidneys’ health, we often overlook common habits that seem benign. Could you be harming your kidneys without realizing it? …