Diet and Progression of CKD in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Inclusion Criteria: * • Adults aged above 18 years * Diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus according to ADA criteria. * Diagnosed with chronic kidney disease stages 1-4 (eGFR 15-90 mL/min/1.73 m²) for at least 3 months. * Willing and able to provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * • Patients with end-stage renal disease (CKD stage 5 or on dialysis). * History of kidney transplantation. * Acute kidney injury within the past 3 months. * Pregnant or lactating women. * Patients with severe comorbid conditions (e.g., active malignancy, severe heart failure). * Use of medications known to significantly affect renal function (other than standard antihypertensive or antidiabetic therapy).