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Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
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•Last Updated: November 20, 2025
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a degenerative disease of the kidneys. In addition to medication, CKD is managed nutritionally with diets that modify the intake of specific nutrients affected by impaired kidney function.
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) falls under the Kidney & Urinary Health category.

