There are many factors that can cause kidney disease and there are certainly some factors that you can control. For example, blood pressure can cause kidney disease. Hence, if you can keep your blood pressure in control you can also keep kidney disease at bay. Don’t eat food that increases your blood pressure. Practice meditation. Take medication to keep your blood pressure low. Similarly, diabetes can lead to kidney failure. Follow a lifestyle that keeps your blood sugar in check. If there are symptoms of diabetes, control your intake of sugar and other sweetened drinks. Maintain a healthy lifestyle. Remain active. These measures can help you prevent kidney disease to a great extent.