How to Slow Kidney Disease
- Manage Blood Sugar: Keep it in the target range set by your doctor.
- Control Blood Pressure: Follow your doctor's guidelines and monitor at home.
- Maintain Healthy Weight: Weight loss can slow kidney disease progression.
- Avoid Soda: Both regular and diet sodas can damage kidneys.
- Quit Smoking and Drugs: Harmful substances affect kidney health.
- Balance Blood pH: Consider a low-acid diet and discuss sodium bicarbonate with your doctor.
- Reduce Protein, Phosphorus, Shellfish: Helps lessen kidney strain.
- Avoid Certain Medications: NSAIDs and contrast dyes can worsen kidney issues.
- Consider Antioxidants and Fish Oil: May provide benefits.