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Diabetic kidney disease: questions when starting a new medication
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Diabetic kidney disease: questions when starting a new medication

Questions to ask when your healthcare provider prescribes a new medication to help treat diabetic kidney disease.

Sodium, blood pressure, diabetes, and CKD
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Sodium, blood pressure, diabetes, and CKD

How a diet high in sodium can worsen chronic kidney disease.

Living with CKD

A guide to the kidneys for people with diabetes
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A guide to the kidneys for people with diabetes

More than 30 percent of adults with diabetes will develop kidney disease. Here’s your guide to these important organs.

Type 2 diabetes: 4 nutrients that can harm your kidneys
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Type 2 diabetes: 4 nutrients that can harm your kidneys

High levels of certain nutrients can cause dangerous complications in people who have chronic kidney disease.

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Diabetes, kidney disease, and medical nutrition therapy
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Diabetes, kidney disease, and medical nutrition therapy

How working with a registered dietitian can benefit people with type 2 diabetes and kidney disease.

7 herbs and spices for kidney-friendly cooking
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7 herbs and spices for kidney-friendly cooking

These spices can help you reduce your salt intake, make your food taste great, and may offer other health benefits.