This dish uses skinless chicken to keep saturated fats down and colorful bell peppers, which are fantastic for kidney health because they are low in potassium but high in Vitamin C. Yields: 2 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 25-30 minutes Ingredients 2 medium chicken thighs (bone-in, skin removed to reduce fat/phosphorus) 1 cup […]
This recipe is packed with flavor but mindful of kidney health, focusing on fresh ingredients and controlled sodium and potassium. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for a weeknight meal! Yields: 2 servings Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 15-20 minutes Ingredients: 2 (4-6 oz) salmon fillets, skin on or off 1 bunch asparagus, woody ends […]
Diabetic nephropathy, also known as diabetic kidney disease, is one of the leading causes of chronic kidney disease and kidney failure. One of the most important factors that determines how fast kidney disease progresses is blood pressure control. If blood pressure is not well controlled, kidney damage can worsen much faster and may eventually lead […]
If your blood pressure remains high despite taking medications, one often-overlooked reason is fluid overload. Extra fluid in the body increases pressure inside your blood vessels, making blood pressure harder to control. Fluid overload is especially common in people with kidney disease, heart disease, and resistant hypertension. Understanding and treating fluid overload can make a […]
If your blood pressure remains high even though you are taking three or more blood pressure medications, you may have a condition called resistant hypertension. This means your blood pressure is harder to control and needs specialized evaluation and treatment. Resistant hypertension increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney damage. Getting expert care […]
Learn why controlling high blood pressure is critical in chronic kidney disease. Expert nephrology care and monitoring available at Kingwood Kidney Associates with Dr. Sowmya Puthalapattu.
High blood pressure (hypertension) and kidney disease are closely linked. In fact, high blood pressure is both a cause and a result of chronic kidney disease (CKD). If not well controlled, hypertension can speed up kidney damage and increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney failure. Controlling blood pressure is one of the […]
Living with diabetes and chronic kidney disease (CKD) can be challenging, but new treatments are improving outcomes for many patients. One important class of newer medications is GLP-1 receptor agonists. These medications not only help control blood sugar but also provide important heart and kidney benefits. What Are GLP-1 Receptor Agonists? GLP-1 receptor agonists are […]
Protein in the urine (proteinuria) is a common and serious sign of kidney damage, especially in people with diabetes and chronic kidney disease (CKD). Newer medications are helping slow kidney damage more effectively than ever before. One important newer treatment is finerenone. Finerenone is a prescription medication that has been shown to reduce proteinuria, slow […]
If you have kidney disease and protein in your urine (proteinuria), your doctor may recommend a newer class of medications called SGLT2 inhibitors. These medicines were first used to treat diabetes, but they are now widely used to protect the kidneys and heart — even in some patients without diabetes. What Are SGLT2 Inhibitors? SGLT2 […]