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6-Step Guide to Protecting Kidney Health

WEB33% of adults in the United States are at risk for kidney disease. That’s 1 in 3 people. Kidney disease is a major public health concern. Kidney disease often goes undetected …

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Know Your Kidney Numbers: Two Simple Tests

WEBKidney checkup: two simple tests. CKD is evaluated using two simple tests – a blood test known as the estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) and a urine test known as the …

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Stages of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

WEBStages of CKD. CKD is evaluated using two simple tests – a blood test known as the estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) and a urine test known as the urine albumin …

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Understanding your lab values and other CKD health numbers

WEBBlood pressure. A healthy blood pressure is very important for your kidneys and overall health. High blood pressure puts extra stress on your kidneys, heart, and blood vessels …

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Your Kidneys: Do You Know These Facts

WEB1. Kidneys are important because they: Filter blood Keep the right amount of fluids in the body Help make red blood cells Help keep blood pressure under control 2. Risk factors …

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Healthy Hydration and Your Kidneys National Kidney Foundation

WEBAbout healthy hydration. Healthy hydration (hi-dray-shun) means that you have the right amount of water in your body to maintain good health. In other words, you are well …

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Potassium National Kidney Foundation

WEBPotassium is an important mineral found throughout the body. Potassium is needed for many of the body’s functions including conducting electricity through the …

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KIDNEY EQUITY FOR ALL™ National Kidney Foundation

WEBThis program is an example of our multifaceted efforts in upholding an unwavering commitment towards achieving KIDNEY EQUITY FOR ALL. Join our Fight. $500. $100. …

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CKD Diet: How much protein is the right amount

WEBPlant sources of protein include beans, lentils, nuts, peanut butter, seeds and whole grains. A plant-based diet can meet protein needs with careful planning by eating a variety of …

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Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) National Kidney …

WEBAbout estimated glomerular rate (eGFR) Your kidneys filter your blood by removing waste and extra water to make urine. The glomerular filtration rate (GFR) shows how well the …

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Six Steps to Controlling High Potassium National Kidney …

WEBPotassium is normally removed through urine. Potassium binders often come in the form of a powder. They are mixed with a small amount of water and taken …

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Keeping Your Should Know What You Heart Healthy About …

WEBLow-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol—A "bad" type of cholesterol that causes damaging plaque to build up and block your arteries. If your LDL cholesterol is too high, …

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Chronic Kidney Disease Change Package 2023

WEBChronic Kidney Disease (CKD) remains a largely under-recognized and growing public health issue. Despite current guidelines that recommend annual CKD testing for adults …

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5 Common Myths About Kidney Disease Prevention

WEBMyth #3: Hydration Is The Key To Prevention. While drinking enough water is a great way to help your everyday health, it is just one way of keeping your kidneys …

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Your Kidneys and Iron National Kidney Foundation

WEBSo, one way to know if your body has enough iron is to measure how much hemoglobin is in your blood. The normal hemoglobin level in healthy people is about 12-15 g/dL for …

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Dr. Robert A. Montgomery Receives the NKF’s Prestigious …

WEB(April 18, 2024, New York, NY) — The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) proudly announces that Robert A. Montgomery, MD, DPhil, FACS, is the 2024 recipient …

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Health Facts for Teens with Chronic Kidney Disease

WEBThe loin and round cuts of meat tend to be leaner than rib cuts and organ meats (like liver and kidneys). Trim all fat you can see from meat and remove skin from poultry. Steam, …

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Broccoli National Kidney Foundation

WEBReserve ½ cup pasta cooking water and drain the pasta. Meanwhile, heat the broiler and set a rack roughly 8 inches from the heat source. In a large bowl, toss the broccoli, …

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From Illness to WELLNESS

WEBISBN: 1-931472-14-9. Order No. 11-70-0657. www.kidney.org. This book has been written especially for you by those of us who have been trans-planted. These pages reflect our …

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Find local offices and events

WEB(April 15, 2024, New York, NY) — The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is delighted to announce that Dr. Suma Nair is the recipient of this year's esteemed Public …

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What the Color of Your Urine Means National Kidney Foundation

WEBThe color of your pee can offer clues into your health, but kidney disease typically doesn't show any visible symptoms, so the only way to know if you have it is to get tested. Even …

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Lived Experiences: Hemodialysis and Adherence

WEB34 Lived Experiences With Adherence theoretical frameworks for further study and to create effective interventions to address patients not following doctors’ orders. O’Brien (1990) …

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Root Vegetables National Kidney Foundation

WEBRoot vegetables are typically affordable year-round and can add a variety of nutrients to the diet. Root vegetables, which grow underground, include carrots, potatoes, sweet …

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Are Sugar Substitutes Okay For Your Kidneys

WEBNatural sugar alternatives. Using more natural sugar alternatives such as honey, maple syrup and agave nectar are very safe from a health perspective, but will …

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Pruebas para revisar la salud renal National Kidney Foundation

WEBCreatinina sérica. La creatinina (en Inglés) es un producto de desecho que proviene de la digestión de las proteínas en los alimentos y la descomposición normal del tejido …

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Granos integrales National Kidney Foundation

WEBLos granos integrales proporcionan muchos beneficios nutricionales por encima de los granos refinados, ya que el salvado, la capa externa comestible, contiene fibra y …

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Açaí National Kidney Foundation

WEBEl açaí (a-sa-í) son pequeñas frutas que crecen en racimos como las uvas y tienen las semillas en el centro. Tienen muy corta vida útil, por lo que, en general, se …

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NKF Amplia el Acceso a Programas y Recursos Vitales Para …

WEB~ Fundación Mas Comprometida Que Nunca Con Mejorar La Equidad En La Salud Renal ~ (19 de abril de 2024, New York, NY) —La Fundación Nacional del Riñón (NKF) se …

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Lo que se debe y lo que no se debe hacer para controlar los …

WEBEs importante que algunas personas con enfermedad renal limiten su ingesta de líquidos, pero muchas personas no entienden por qué ni por dónde empezar. …

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