CKD Control

[casey18]

Along with CKD (Stage 3), I have Diabetes Type 2, and Pancreatic Insufficiency. I'm interested in diet changes that will prevent further kidney kidney damage.

[orangecity41 NKF Ambassador]

Welcome to the forum where we share information and give support for Chronic Kidney Disease. I am age 80 and was diagnosed at 3b, 5 years ago. I also am pre-diabetic. My GP put me on prescribed diet based on other blood work results ,(sodium, potassium and phosphorus). The diet has helped slow progression. Ask your Doctor about a diet that can help both your CKD and diabetes. Keep us posted.

[casey18 in reply to orangecity41]

Thanks for the input orangecity41. My Nephrologist has advised me on foods, and avoiding sodium, potassium, and phosphorus and other additives that are detrimental to kidney health. I'm doing my best to adhere to his advice. What I want from this group is hearing what works for people coping with CKD, especially those with Diabetes, and pancreatic deficiency.

[suzell56 in reply to casey18]

Go to DaVita.com for recipes and ideas on how to manage both CKD & diabetes.

[casey18 in reply to suzell56]

Thank you. I subscribe to DaVita. They are a good resource.

[orangecity41 NKF Ambassador in reply to casey18]

Hopefully will be a member with diabetes and pancreatic deficiency to answer your questions. Good you have a nephrologist helping you also.

[Darlenia]

Hi Casey. I'm a caregiver to my hubby who is also a Type 2 Diabetic (T2D). We've gone through the gamut with his health - from trying to save his kidneys, to going on dialysis, and now getting a transplant. While he doesn't have pancreatic insufficiency, I understand most diabetics have it to a some extent. If my hubby could have done things differently, he would have taken his diabetes far more seriously than he did. He assumed his medications, and later insulin, would take care of matters. You see, its the diabetes that creates kidney issues, blindness, limb amputation, cardiac issues and more over time. It's the monster that shortens one's life - the glucose scrubs out blood vessels inside organs and more. Sadly, it's regarded rather casually in developed nations, so dialysis centers are filled with diabetic patients - "almost all" the patients at my husband's clinic are diabetics there according to the senior nurse in charge there. So, yes, follow the renal diet but also pay close attention to sugars and carbs. Find a dietician who can support you in both areas. My hubby's family has a long history of T2D. Some became blind, others died of kidney failure, some endured amputations, others passed away from heart issues, etc. His mother, on the other hand, when told she was close to needing medication for it, immediately changed her diet and lost the weight. She lived well into her 80s. Her son, my hubby, ignored the obvious, and enjoyed his lifestyle until it was too late. You, too, can live a beautiful long life by taking the right steps now. Sending encouragement your way for much success.

[casey18 in reply to Darlenia]

Thanks for the input, Darlenia. I was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes back in the mid 90's. Dealing with it by meds and diet, which have kept the disease at a steady level. Several years ago, I was informed that I had pancreatic insufficiency, which resulted in the inability of my pancreas to supply the needed enzymes to properly digest food. My gastroenterologist, who I credit with saving my life, prescribed Creon, a medication that now supplies the necessary enzymes for proper digestion. Last year, I was diagnosed with CKD, which I'm actively working to learn more about and control.