How to Slow Down Kidney Deterioration

 

1. Blood Pressure Control

 

๐ Maintain blood pressure below 130/80 mmHg

๐ Uncontrolled fluctuations accelerate kidney damage

๐ Take prescribed antihypertensive medications consistently

 

2. Blood Sugar Control

 

๐ Keep blood glucose within normal range

๐ Prevent damage to:

๐ Kidneys

๐ Blood vessels (brain, heart, eyes)

 

3. Dietary Management

 

3.1 Protein Intake

 

๐ Red meat

๐ Organ meats:

๐ Fish (easier to digest)

๐ Moderate intake of chicken and pork

 

3.2 Salt (Sodium) Restriction

 

Avoid high-sodium foods:

๐ Pickled foods

๐ Sauces (soy sauce, fish sauce)

๐ Processed foods

๐ Snacks

 

3.3 Fluid Intake

 

๐ Drink moderate amounts (not too much or too little)

๐ Monitor body weight and swelling

๐ Follow doctor’s advice

 

3.4 Fat Intake

 

 

๐ Coconut milk

๐ Fried foods

๐ Fatty meats

๐ Egg yolks

๐ Seafood (in excess)

 

4. Stop Smoking

 

๐ Smoking accelerates kidney deterioration

๐ Strongly recommended to quit

 

5. Avoid Nephrotoxic Drugs

 

Certain medications harm kidneys, such as:

๐ Painkillers (NSAIDs)

๐ Herbal medicines

๐ Supplements with high potassium

 

Examples of high-potassium foods:

๐ Durian

๐ Jackfruit

๐ Longan

 

6. Manage Anemia

 

๐ Proper treatment of anemia helps slow kidney decline

 

7. Control Phosphate Levels

 

High phosphate foods:

๐ Dairy products

๐ Beans

๐ Chocolate

๐ Soft drinks (especially cola)

 

8. Prevent Infections

 

Seek medical care if:

๐ Fever

๐ Abnormal urination

 

9. Use Diuretics Carefully

 

Helpful but excessive use can:

๐ Cause dehydration

๐ Affect kidney function

 

10. Exercise Appropriately

 

Light to moderate exercise:

๐ Walking

๐ Stretching

 

Nutrition for Dialysis Patients

 

When kidneys fail to remove waste, proper nutrition becomes essential.

 

1. Protein

 

Necessary for tissue repair:

๐ Meat, fish, eggs, milk

 

2. Carbohydrates

 

Provide energy

๐ Rice

๐ Bread

๐ Noodles

๐ Starchy foods

 

3. Fats

 

Choose healthy fats:

๐ Soybean oil

๐ Rice bran oil

๐ Olive oil

 

4. Vegetables

 

๐ Eat regularly

๐ Choose low-potassium vegetables

 

5. Fruits

 

Low Potassium (Safe - 1 serving/day)

 

๐ Apple

๐ Pineapple

๐ Mangosteen

๐ Rambutan

๐ Watermelon

๐ Rose apple

 

High Potassium (Avoid)

 

๐ Banana

๐ Durian

๐ Mango

๐ Papaya

๐ Longan

๐ Kiwi

 

6. Sodium Restriction

 

๐ Avoid salty and processed foods

๐ Do not add extra salt

 

Vegetable Potassium Guide

 

Moderate Potassium (100-250 mg)

 

๐ Cabbage

๐ Cucumber

๐ Bean sprouts

๐ White radish

 

High Potassium (250-450 mg)

 

๐ Broccoli

๐ Carrot

๐ Tomato

๐ Kale

 

Conclusion

 

Proper self-care can significantly slow kidney deterioration and improve quality of life.

 

 

 

 

 

source : Bangphai Hospital
**Translated and compiled by ArokaGO Content Team