Managing Diet and Nutrition with Chronic Kidney DiseaseWhen I first found out I had chronic kidney disease, I was petrified. I have family members who died from this disease...reactionscomments
My Personal Journey with a New CKD DietI am learning that food is an important medium in my life. But the food we eat is helping us get healthy...reactions1comment
What It's Really Like on Peritoneal Dialysis: My First YearI’ve been on peritoneal dialysis, or PD, for almost a year now, and it has been a learning experience. In the beginning...reactions12comments
Finding a Support Person for Doctor AppointmentsPeople with chronic health conditions like chronic kidney disease often face complex treatment plans and multiple doctor visits. Brain fog, fatigue, and...reactionscomments
How to Prepare for Doctor Appointments with CKDAny newly diagnosed patients who start to see a nephrologist get overwhelmed or need that extra reassurance. As someone who has been...reactionscomments
A Patient's Guide to Managing a CKD DietFor those of us living with chronic kidney disease (CKD), especially in the end stages, we know how many diet changes there...reactions2comments
My Journey Living With Kidney Disease and Type 2 DiabetesLiving with both chronic kidney disease (CKD) and type 2 diabetes (T2D) has been a real juggling activity for me. It looks...reactions17comments
A Guide to Safe Exercise for Chronic Kidney DiseaseLiving with chronic kidney disease (CKD) can be challenging, but physical exercise can help to improve overall health and well-being. However, exercise...reactions13comments
Test Your Knowledge: How Much Do You Know About CKD?How confident are you in your CKD knowledge? Whether you're a seasoned vet or newly diagnosed, take our quick quiz to test...reactions6comments
Diabetes and the Risk of GoutEditor's note: This article was written by Christopher Hughes and originally appeared on our partner site Type2Diabetes.com. I know, I know, more...reactionscomments
Coping With A New Kidney Disease DiagnosisReceiving a new medical diagnosis can be shocking. Learning you have a chronic or terminal health condition can feel jarring and emotional...reactions5comments
How I Manage Brain Fog from Kidney DiseaseThey say with age comes bad memory, hair loss, fatigue, and more bad memory. I’m sure this list is more extensive than...reactions1comment
Community Views: What I Wish Others Knew About Chronic Kidney DiseaseChronic kidney disease (CKD) is a long-term health condition in which the kidneys are unable to remove extra water and waste properly...reactions6comments
3 Common Chronic Kidney Disease Myths DebunkedThere are so many myths and misconceptions about living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and it can be hard to figure out...reactions5comments
Smart Water Bottle Giveaway - NOW CLOSEDThe Smart Water Bottle Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! We are hosting a giveaway! Managing fluid intake is...reactions2comments
Understanding the Link Between CKD and GoutThough chronic kidney disease (CKD) mainly affects the kidneys, it also can affect many other parts of the body. If you are...reactions15comments
Understanding the Sleep Problems Caused by Kidney DiseasePeople with chronic kidney disease (CKD) or end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) often have trouble sleeping. A small 2022 study comparing sleep problems...reactions9comments
Stages of HealingAs of writing this, I am 12 days post op from having surgery, and I realize that there are stages to healing...reactionscomments
10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor When You Are Newly DiagnosedIt is often hard to know what to ask, or even where to begin, when you have questions about a new diagnosis...reactionscomments
The Invisibility of Chronic PainMany people with gout can manage their pain using over-the-counter or prescription pain medicines, physical therapy, and exercise. But some people experience...reactionscomments
