Six Weeks. Twelve Lessons. One Goal: Take Control of Your Kidney Health.
Being diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD) can leave you with more questions than answers.
What does your eGFR really mean? How can you reduce protein in your urine? Which foods support kidney health? What medications help protect your kidneys? And most importantly, what can you start doing today to help reduce your risk of kidney disease progression?
The 6-Week CKD Course Workbook, developed by nephrologist Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASN, helps you turn medical information into practical, sustainable habits.
This comprehensive 43-page chronic kidney disease workbook provides a structured, six-week learning program featuring 12 easy-to-follow educational sessions, interactive exercises, weekly homework assignments, and personalized kidney health planning tools.
Rather than simply reading about kidney disease, you'll actively develop the skills needed to understand your condition, track your progress, and become a more confident partner in your healthcare.
What You'll Learn in Six Weeks
Week 1: Understand Your Kidney Disease
Build a strong foundation by learning what chronic kidney disease means, how CKD is diagnosed, and how your eGFR, urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio (uACR), and other laboratory results help determine kidney health and future risk.
Week 2: Identify Your Risks and Master Blood Pressure
Explore the underlying causes of kidney disease and learn why controlling high blood pressure is one of the most important strategies for protecting kidney function. Practice proper blood pressure monitoring and develop a personalized tracking routine.
Week 3: Improve Metabolic Health and Kidney Nutrition
Understand how diabetes, blood sugar, nutrition, sodium, and dietary patterns influence kidney health. Learn how to make kidney-conscious food choices without unnecessary dietary restrictions.
Week 4: Build Healthy Habits That Last
Learn how to read nutrition labels, plan kidney-friendly meals, incorporate physical activity, preserve muscle strength, and support energy levels through sustainable lifestyle changes.
Week 5: Understand Kidney-Protective Medications and Complications
Explore medications commonly used to protect kidney and cardiovascular health, including ACE inhibitors, ARBs, and SGLT2 inhibitors. Learn which CKD complications may need monitoring and which symptoms should prompt medical attention.
Week 6: Create Your Personalized Kidney Protection Plan
Bring everything together by developing an individualized 90-day kidney health action plan. Learn how to prepare for appointments, plan for illness, discuss preventive care, and work with your healthcare team to establish meaningful goals.
More Than Education, It's A Practical Kidney Health Program
The 6-Week CKD Course Workbook is designed to help you apply what you learn.
Inside, you'll find:
12 structured lessons organized into six weeks
Practical homework assignments after each session
Kidney function and risk assessment worksheets
Home blood pressure tracking exercises
Kidney-friendly nutrition and food label activities
Medication review and safety checklists
Physical activity and muscle health planning tools
CKD monitoring and complication awareness guides
Self-reflection questions and knowledge checks
A personalized 90-day kidney protection plan
Most sessions take approximately 20–40 minutes, making the program manageable even for people with busy schedules.
Who Should Use This Workbook?
This guided CKD education program is ideal for:
Adults living with chronic kidney disease, particularly CKD stages 2–5
Patients newly diagnosed with kidney disease
Individuals with diabetes or high blood pressure who want to better understand kidney protection
Patients concerned about declining kidney function
Family members and caregivers supporting someone with CKD
Anyone seeking a practical, structured approach to kidney health education
Developed by a Practicing Nephrologist
Created by Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASN, the 6-Week CKD Course Workbook reflects the mission of Kidney Strong: making kidney education understandable, accessible, and actionable.
The program combines evidence-based kidney disease education with real-world activities designed to help you better understand your health and work collaboratively with your medical team.
Your Kidney Health Journey Starts With One Small Step
Living with chronic kidney disease doesn't mean you are powerless.
Although not every form of kidney disease can be prevented or reversed, there are proven treatments and lifestyle strategies that can help many patients reduce their risk of CKD progression and cardiovascular complications.
Over six weeks, you'll build practical skills, develop healthier routines, and create a personalized plan for moving forward.
Don't Just Learn About Kidney Disease. Learn How to Take Action.
Start your six-week journey toward greater knowledge, confidence, and stronger kidney health.
Get Your 6-Week CKD Course Workbook Today.
Educational use only. This workbook complements, but does not replace, individualized medical care. Treatment decisions and personal health targets should always be discussed with your healthcare team.