Chronic kidney disease is defined as having some type of kidney abnormality or "marker" such as protein in the urine, and having decreased kidney function for three months or longer. There are many causes of chronic kidney disease. The kidneys are most commonly affected by diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure. Some kidney conditions are inherited (run in families). Others are congenital; that is, individuals may be born with an abnormality that can affect their kidneys. The following are some of the most common types and causes of kidney damage.

1. Have natural food like vegetables, fruits, nuts and cereals
2. Avoid fried and processed food
3. Exercise regularly
4. Watch your weight
5. Control your Blood pressure (B.P)
6. Control your Blood Sugar (Diabetes)
7. Get Regular check – up
8. Do not take unnecessary pain killers
9. Do not ignore kidney stones even if it does not give symptoms
10. Remember that alternative therapies are not always safe, they can damage your kidneys.