Control blood pressure with a low-sodium diet
Keep blood sugar in target range if you have diabetes
Reduce salt intake
Stay well hydrated unless your doctor has told you to limit fluids
Eat moderate amounts of protein, not excessive amounts
Choose more plant-based proteins
Avoid processed foods
Maintain a healthy weight
Exercise regularly at a moderate level
Stop smoking
Limit alcohol intake
Avoid overuse of pain relievers like NSAIDs
Manage stress
Get enough sleep
Treat urinary tract infections promptly
Follow a kidney-friendly diet if advised by your doctor
Monitor kidney function regularly
Take prescribed medications exactly as directed
Avoid high-protein fad diets
Reduce intake of sugary drinks and foods
Seek medical care if swelling, foamy urine, or high blood pressure worsens