Newly Diagnosed at 60

[HorseLuv]

I recently found out that I have Stage 3 Kidney Disease. I'm trying to get educated and figure it all out. I'm eliminating salt and adding cranberry juice to my diet. I ordered a book on kidney disease and ordered kidney vitamins. I want to know if I can keep my disease at stage 3 or even better, make it go away? I am afraid to tell my children and younger sister.

[orangecity41 NKF Ambassador]

I was diagnosed at stage 3b at an older age. My Doctor put me on a CKD diet based on bloodwork for protein, phosphorus, sodium, and potassium. It has stabilized my CKD. Perhaps ask your Doctor about a CKD diet.

[HorseLuv in reply to orangecity41]

Thank you. I see my Dr April 1st. I'm unfortunately recovering from hip replacement surgery and need time to heal. I'm going to write a list of questions for the kidney specialist. I will ask about a CKD diet. I appreciate your response. 🙂