CKD Risk Factors
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Diabetes and high blood pressure are the more common causes of CKD in most adults. Other risk factors include heart disease, obesity, a family history of CKD, inherited kidney disorders, past damage to the kidneys, and older age.
Managing blood sugar and blood pressure can help keep kidneys healthy.
Ways to Prevent CKD
- Manage risk factors for CKD:
- High blood sugar levels.
- High blood pressure.
Keeping a healthy body weight through a balanced diet and physical activity can help manage blood pressure and blood sugar levels in people with diabetes or in people at risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Preventing type 2 diabetes can help prevent CKD and kidney failure. Talk to a kidney doctor about treatment options if CKD is severe and kidney function is very low.