1. What is Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)?

Chronic kidney disease is a condition characterized by a gradual loss of kidney function

over time. It is some type of kidney abnormality, or "marker", such as protein in the urine
and having decreased kidney function for three months or longer. The kidneys are
damaged and can’t filter blood the way they should. If kidney disease worsens, wastes can
build to high levels in your blood and make you feel sick. You may develop complications
like:
 high blood pressure
 anemia (low blood count)
 weak bones
 poor nutritional health
 nerve damage

Kidney disease also increases risk of having heart and blood vessel disease. Advanced
Chronic kidney disease can cause dangerous levels of fluid, electrolytes and wastes to build
up in your body.

2. What foods to eat-CKD?

A) Eat less Salt/Sodium- Over time, your kidneys lose the ability to control your sodium-
water balance. Less sodium in your diet will help lower blood pressure and decrease
fluid buildup in your body, which is common in kidney disease.

B) Less Potassium- The right level of potassium keeps your nerves and muscles working
well. With CKD, too much potassium can build up in your blood and cause serious
heart problems. Oranges, potatoes, tomatoes, whole-grain bread, and many other foods
are high in potassium. Apples, carrots, and white bread are lower in potassium. Your
doctor may prescribe a potassium binder, a medicine that helps your body get rid of
extra potassium.

C) Less Phosphorus- The right level of potassium keeps your nerves and muscles working
well. With CKD, too much potassium can build up in your blood and cause serious
heart problems. Oranges, potatoes, tomatoes, whole-grain bread, and many other foods
are high in potassium. Apples, carrots, and white bread are lower in potassium. Your
doctor may prescribe a potassium binder, a medicine that helps your body get rid of
extra potassium.

D) Right amount of Protein- Protein than you need makes your kidneys work harder and
may make CKD worse. But too little isn’t healthy either. Both animal and plant foods
have protein. Your dietitian can help you figure out the right combination and amount
of protein to eat.
E) Best foods for people with Kidney disease are as follows-
 Cauliflower
 Blueberries
 Sea Bass
 Red grapes
 Egg whites
 Garlic
 Buckwheat
 Olive OIL
 Bulgur
 Cabbage
 Skinless Chicken
 Bell peppers
 Onions
 Arugula
 Macadamia nuts
 Radish
 Turnips
 Pineapples
 Cranberries
 Shiitake Mushrooms
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/best-foods-for-kidneys#1.-Cauliflower

3. What foods to avoid-CKD?

A) Dark-Colored Soda
B) Avacados
C) Canned foods
D) Whole Wheat Bread
E) Brown rice
F) Bananas
G) Dairy
H) Oranges and orange juice
I) Processed meats
J) Pickles, Olives and relish
K) Apricots
L) Potatoes and sweet potatoes
M) Tomatoes
N) Packaged,instant, and premade meals
O) Swiss chard, spinach and beet greens
P) Dates, raisins and prunes
Q) Pretzels, chips and crackers
 https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/foods-to-avoid-with-kidney-disease#17.-
Pretzels,-chips,-and-crackers

4. Life style changes-CKD?

Making changes to lifestyle habits can help slow chronic kidney disease (CKD). These
changes can also lower the risk of other health problems from CKD. Making changes to
lifestyle habits can help slow chronic kidney disease (CKD). These changes can also
lower the risk of other health problems from CKD.