Patients with kidney disease, and indeed any patients, often find it difficult to understand and undertake the lifestyle changes that will help them stay as healthy as possible.This book offers patients information and guidance on how to stay healthy with kidney disease in a clear, accessible way. The first section explains the basics of the disease and how it interacts with other common health issues, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and aging. The second section breaks down the changes a patient can make to their exercise, treatment, and diet to maximize their kidney function, including helpful tips and recipes. Written by top nephrologists with experience writing for non-specialists, this easy-to-read guide will help kidney disease patients manage the illness and keep patients healthy.weiterlesen