Lifestyle coaching shows promise for kidney health
NCT ID NCT01194518
First seen May 30, 2026 · Last updated Jun 21, 2026 · Updated 7 times
Summary
This study tested a personalized lifestyle counseling program for 120 adults with early-stage chronic kidney disease (CKD). Participants received tailored advice on diet, exercise, and healthy behaviors over 30 months. Researchers measured kidney function, waist and hip size, health knowledge, and quality of life to see if the program made a difference compared to usual care.
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National Cheng Kung University
Tainan, 70101, Taiwan
What this could mean
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Active substance
lifestyle counseling program
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could help people with early-stage kidney disease adopt healthier habits and possibly slow kidney function decline.
What could go wrong
This is a completed study with results already reported, so no new uncertainty remains. The intervention is behavioral, not a drug, so effects may be modest and depend on individual adherence.
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