Know  The  Facts:  

• Kidney  disease  often  has  no  symptoms  

• African  Americans  are  3  times  more  likely  to  experience  kidney  failure  

• Diabetes  is  a  major  risk  factor  for  developing  kidney  disease  

• Diet  is  an  important  part  of  living  with  kidney  disease  

• High  blood  pressure  is  the  second  leading  cause  of  kidney  disease    

Where  Can  I  Find  More  Information?  The  National  Kidney  Foundation  is  a  great  place  to  start!  More  information  on  kidney  disease  can  be  found  at  

www.kidney.org  

Kidney  Disease  in  African  

Americans  

Megan  Beyer,  Gabriel  Kahan,  Chelsie  Fellman,  Natalie  Rohr,  Taylor  Zbacnik,  Patrick  Burrows    

“African  Americans  are  more  at  risk  for  kidney  disease  that  any  

other  race”    

Ways  to  Reduce  Your  Risk  of  Kidney  

Disease    • Follow  a  healthy  diet  

• Maintain  a  healthy  weight    

• Reduce  salt  consumption  to  1500  mg  for  +51  years’  old    

• Engage  in  regular  physical  activity    

• Lower  alcohol  consumption    

Who Is at Risk? African   Americans   are   more   at  risk   for   kidney   disease   than  anyone  else.  They  are  also  more  likely   to   be   diagnosed   with  diabetes   and   diabetes   is   the  leading  cause  of  kidney  failure  in  the   African   American   population.  African  Americans  are  also  more  likely   to   develop   severe  complications   related   to  diabetes  as  anyone  else.  It   is   important  to  learn  about   the   risks   so   that   you  can   live   the   healthiest   life  

Kidney  Disease  and  Diet  Incorporating  healthy  meals  and  snacks  throughout  your  day  can  help  to  prevent  or  lead  the  best  life  with  KD.    Try  adding  these  foods  into  your  diet  to  reduce  your  risk:  

Red  bell  Peppers  

Onions  

Apples   Cauliflower  

Strawberries   Blueberries  

Egg  Whites   Fish