Including a variety of grains, fruits and vegetables, but whole grains and some fruits and vegetables may be limited if blood tests show phosphorus or potassium levels are above normal.
A diet that is low in saturated fat and cholesterol and moderate in total fats, especially if cholesterol is high or if you have diabetes or heart disease.
Limiting intake of refined and processed foods high in sodium and prepare foods with less salt or high sodium ingredients.
Aiming for a healthy weight by consuming adequate calories and including physical activity each day.
Keeping protein intake within the DRI level recommended for healthy people with attention to high quality protein.
Consuming the DRI for the water soluble vitamin B complex and C.
Vitamin D and iron may be tailored to individual requirements.
Limiting phosphorus if blood levels of phosphorus or PTH are above normal.
Limiting calcium if blood levels are above normal.
Potassium is usually not restricted unless blood levels are above normal.
Many people who develop chronic kidney disease have diabetes or high blood pressure. By keeping their glucose level under control and maintaining a healthy blood pressure, this can help them preserve their kidney function. For both of these conditions, a doctor will likely prescribe a blood pressure medicine. Studies have shown that ACE (angiotensin converting enzyme) inhibitors and ARBs (angiotensin receptor blockers) help slow the progression of kidney disease even in people with diabetes who do not have high blood pressure.Patients should ask their doctors about all of their medicines and take them exactly as prescribed.
