KIDNEY BASICS

Welcome to Kidney Basics — your no-fluff, confidence-boosting guide to kidney health that makes the “kidney numbers” finally make sense and turns confusion into clear next steps.

 

This page is packed with workbooks and downloads that help you understand CKD and make smart moves for your kidneys (and your heart) without getting overwhelmed. Grab what you need, save what helps, and come back anytime, because kidney health is a long game and you deserve tools, not guesswork.
 

• CKD Basics (plain English): eGFR, urine albumin, staging, and what trends mean

• Diet & Lifestyle: kidney-friendly food swaps, sodium hacks, protein basics, movement tips

• Important Medications: “kidney protectors,” common risks, and the best questions to ask

• Dialysis Options: home vs center, HD vs PD, and choosing what fits your life

• Transplant: evaluation basics, waitlist essentials, and living donation myths

• More downloads: lab trackers, visit question lists, checklists, and next-step guides

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