Say Goodbye to Chronic Kidney Disease: Simple Treatment Options to Help You Recover

Chronic kidney disease can make daily tasks a struggle. Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a long-term, progressive, condition. CKD leaves sufferers with a gradual loss in kidney function resulting in their inability to filter waste and excess fluid from the body. CKD can develop for many reasons but high blood pressure, diabetes and autoimmune diseases are some of the leading causes.

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While treatments largely depend on the cause of your CKD , here are some of the top doctor recommended ways to help manage your condition and slow its progression

Maintain a Balanced Diet

It’s not enough just to avoid bad foods. To manage CKD you need to regularly provide your body with a variety nutrients from fresh food sources. It’s important to closely monitor protein intake because of the tax it puts on the kidneys. Sodium intake is another important nutrient for CKD sufferers to monitor. The National Kidney Foundation recommends a daily intake of no more than 2,400 mg. Taking the time to reach out to a nutritionist or other medical professional is an important step in getting specific guidance tailored to you needs.

Control your blood sugar

Occasionally rewarding yourself with something sweet is a traditional way to celebrate special milestones in your life. However, consistently overeating sweet foods can lead to unhealthy spikes in your blood sugar. Continually spiking your blood sugar can lead to insulin resistance and other complications like diabetes.

Quit Smoking

Smoking can dramatically increase your risk of kidney damage and other complications. It also makes cardiovascular activities easier, which is another great way to slow CKD. Regular exercise can also help lower blood pressure and maintain a healthy level of muscular strength.

While it may be difficult to treat CKD, maintaining a healthy lifestyle and work closely with your healthcare team can help slow the progression improve your outlook.