What are the potential benefits of reducing sodium intake for people with CKD?
Reducing sodium intake for people with CKD may lead to reductions in blood pressure, and potentially reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. Additionally, there is evidence that suggests that the magnitude of blood pressure reduction for a given degree of reduction in dietary sodium intake is magnified in hypertensive individuals, particularly if usual sodium intake is high. As such, there may be particular benefits to reducing dietary sodium intake for people with CKD.