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@marlinhampton Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect! As you have probably found out, diet plays a major part in chronic kidney disease. We have to constantly be on the lookout for sodium, phosphorous, potassium, and calcium contents of food, plus a reduced protein level overall.
Each person has their own story, their own journey, and what may work well for one may not be a good fit for another person. Being able to combine a good diet with healthy exercise and reduced stress will go a long way, in general, then you tweak it to work for you! That is what I have found, and as we share our own successes, it helps others, too. What have you tried so far? Do you know the cause of your kidney disease?
From American Kidney Fund is this information: https://www.kidneyfund.org/living-kidney-disease/healthy-eating-activity/kidney-friendly-eating-plan
And from Davita is there information on diet for Stage 3: https://www.davita.com/diet-nutrition/articles/advice/diet-and-nutrition-goals-for-people-with-stage-3-chronic-kidney-disease
Ginger