Thursday, March 20, 2014

Diabetes, High Blood Pressure Raise Kidney Disease Risk

"Tips for Keeping Your Kidneys Healthy
Steps to help keep your kidneys healthy include the following:
  • Photo: Rural Farmer holding basket of vegetablesKeep blood pressure below 140/80 mm/Hg, but check with your health care provider for your appropriate target.
  • Stay in your target cholesterol range.
  • Eat foods lower in sodium.
  • Eat more fruits and vegetables.
  • Stay physically active.
  • Take your medications as directed..."
Kidney disease

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