What can be done to reduce your risks of Kidney Disease?
Heart or kidney healthy diet
Reduce sodium intake to 2 grams/day
Tight glucose control, maintain a hemoglobin A1c level to less than 7.0
Maintain good blood pressure control, blood pressure goal of less than 130/80
Exercise daily
Quit smoking
Reduce protein intake to 80 grams/day
Reduce total cholesterol to less than 200 and LDL to less than 100
Discuss your overall health status with your physician for recommendations to how to improve your health and reduce your risk factors for kidney disease progression. Your doctor will give you specific recommendation for your specific condition.
Abbas Rabiei, M.D., F.A.S.N. practices Nephrology and Internal Medicine in Jupiter specializing in Preventive Health Maintenance Services. Call 561-253-8121 today for an appointment!
