The Healthy Kidney Handbook A Comprehensive Guide to Manage Hypertension, Control Stress, and Prevent Renal Failure, Kidney Disease, and More

Around 7.2m people have chronic kidney disease (CKD) stages 1-5, and some 3.25m million people in the UK have the later stages of CKD (stages 3-5) - when symptoms are likely to become increasingly difficult to manage. These numbers continue to rise. Author and doctor C. Nicole Swiner, M.D., aims to take a strong stance against this rise of kidney disease by providing everyone with the information they need to support their kidney health and manage chronic kidney-related illnesses. With The Healthy Kidney Handbook, you''ll learn what you can do before your kidney health starts to suffer, includin Understanding the anatomy of the kidneys and exactly what makes them function; learning good nutrition and how you can upgrade your diet Improving your access to consistent exercise; discovering how current weight-loss drugs and diabetes can affect your kidney health; and so much more. Whether you''re currently suffering from kidney disease or simply want to embark on a healthier lifestyle, this book will guide you in transforming your kidney health through science-backed research, advice, strategies, and more.