9Prevention
People with a family history of polycystic kidney disease should have a genetic test to assess the possible risk of passing genetic factors before having children. In cases your babies were born with this condition, it is important to protect their kidney health to prevent some possible complications. This can be done effectively by controlling blood pressure. A few simple tips include taking blood pressure drugs as instructed, following a low-salt diet containing lots of whole grains, veggies, and fruits, maintaining a healthy body weight, quitting smoking, consuming alcohol in moderation, and working out regularly.[9]
