People with kidney disease or kidney failure are at risk for heart disease. In fact, it is very common. These ten tips can help you lower your risk for getting heart disease — or help keep heart disease from getting worse.
- Control Blood Sugar If You Have Diabetes
- Control High Blood Pressure
- Reduce High Cholesterol Levels
- Follow a Heart-Healthy Diet
- Increase Physical Activity
- Treat Anemia
- Keep Calcium and Phosphorus in Balance
- Stop Smoking
- Talk to Your Healthcare Provider about Taking Aspirin to Prevent Heart Attacks
- Reduce Stress
