CKD Management
Know the Stages of Chronic Kidney Disease
Learn more about the stages of CKD and find strategies to slow the progression of symptoms related to CKD.
Tips for People Newly Diagnosed
Finding out you have kidney disease can be difficult to process. But making the right choices now can help you delay further kidney problems while letting you do what you love most.
Understanding a Kidney-Friendly Diet
Kidney Diet Basics
Eating right when you have kidney disease is an important part of treating your condition. Get to know the basics of a kidney diet.
Better Diabetes Management
Simplify Your Routine
There are things you can do that may help slow down kidney disease. Start by managing diabetes and making your life easier at the same time. Learn quick, easy ways to simplify your daily routine.
Stay Organized
Keep medical information and supplies in one place for easy access. Having all these important materials in one place makes it easier to prep for doctor’s visits and reordering supplies.
Shop for Food Online
Whether you want to have groceries delivered or want to pick them up, shopping online can help limit impulse purchases. And it can help make sure you have all the healthy foods you need.
Walk in the Morning
Fewer people are outside in the mornings, making it a great time for a relaxing workout and to start your day off right. Morning walks can improve memory and cognition in older adults.
Refill Meds Better
Most insurance companies cover a 90-day supply of medication. That means fewer trips to the pharmacy. Talk with your pharmacist to coordinate your meds to refill them all at once.
Know Your Terms
Goals are important for good kidney health and delaying or preventing further kidney damage. Learn the terms and tests associated with good kidney health and make new goals to help you thrive.
Resources
Diabetes and Mental Health
Gain a better understanding of your emotional wellness. This will help you continue your journey of living with diabetes and managing your kidney health.
Stay Balanced
Important Diabetes Health Checks
Get more information about the numbers and goals needed to keep your diabetes in check so you can continue to manage your health.
Be Informed
Balance Work and Life Better
Meeting the needs of your job and your body are easier with the right help. Connect with a Transition Smart® advocate to help you navigate work and insurance.
Discover How
Preparing for Physical Activity
Find new ways to be physically active and start enjoying the benefits of exercise as you continue to manage your kidney health.
Get Moving
Access the Diabetes Food Hub®
Discover new ways to be smarter about food with Diabetes Food Hub®. Find kidney-friendly recipes, a personalized grocery list, and plan meals to make sure everything you eat is helping to protect your kidneys.
View Healthy Recipes
How to Choose a Kidney Doctor
A nephrologist is a doctor who specializes in kidney health. Discover what to look for to get the support and comfort you need.
Learn More
Diabetes and Kidney Friendly Meal Planner
Use this placemat as your action plan for diabetes and kidney friendly meals. This Meal Planning Guide was developed for individuals who are not on dialysis.
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Get Inspired
Learn about other people who know what you’re going through as you manage chronic kidney disease. Read Tiffani’s story for new motivation to thrive.
Risk Factors
People living with diabetes, high blood pressure, or a history of kidney disease could be at risk for developing chronic kidney disease. Learn about how to prevent or delay CKD.
Local Support
Get the resources you need to manage your kidney health. Use the social care network from findhelp to get help and connect with professionals in areas of health care, nutrition, mental health, transportation, and so much more.
Diabetes-Related Infographics
Find helpful infographics to educate yourself or your patients.
Diabetes-Related Chronic Kidney Disease
Check out the latest infographic for people living with diabetes. This provides a visual guide of risk factors for developing CKD and how health care professional diagnose CKD. It also offers tips to prevent and manage CKD.
Diabetic Kidney Disease Infographic
Calling all clinicians. Use this infographic for a visual guide of ADA’s guidelines on screening and monitoring of diabetic kidney disease, as well as classification of chronic kidney disease.
