Protect your kidneys
KIDNEYS
Your Kidneys
The kidneys are like a filter; their main job is to filter out and remove unwanted substances and toxins from the body. You might be surprised to know that these two tiny organs clean about 180 liters of blood per day. So, how important is it that we take good care of these silent workers, right? Let's look at what we can do to keep these valuable kidneys healthy.
🩸 Watch Your Blood Pressure
High blood pressure, or "pressure," is one of the biggest enemies of the kidneys. When blood pressure is high, it damages the delicate blood vessels inside the kidneys. Over time, this damage causes kidney function to gradually decline.
The most dangerous thing about this is that many people have high blood pressure but show no outward symptoms. That's why it's crucial to regularly check your blood pressure with a doctor.
🍬 Have Diabetes? Then Control Your Blood Sugar
Diabetes is another leading cause of kidney disease. When blood sugar levels remain high for a long time, it damages the delicate filtering system of the kidneys.
If you have diabetes, it is essential to work with your doctor to keep your blood sugar levels well-controlled.
💊 Be Careful with Medications
Long-term use of pain relievers without a doctor's advice, especially Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like Ibuprofen, is not good for the kidneys.
If you have been prescribed a medication, use it exactly as your doctor instructed.
❤️ A Healthy Lifestyle is Medicine for Your Kidneys
Let's Cut Down on Salt
Eating too much salt can increase your blood pressure and stress your kidneys. The recommendation is not to consume more than 2,300 mg of Sodium per day. Stop the habit of adding extra salt to your food today.
The Secret to Drinking Water
Water is essential for your kidneys to perform their duties properly. Generally, 2–3 liters of water per day is sufficient. It's a good sign if your urine is light yellow or colorless.
Stay Away from Smoking and Alcohol
Smoking interferes with blood flow to the kidneys. If you consume alcohol, do so in moderation. Excessive drinking at once can cause acute kidney damage.
🩺 Regular Doctor Visits
Remember, kidney disease often shows no symptoms in its early stages. That's why getting tested is important.
Your doctor can get an idea about the health status of your kidneys through a few simple tests.
➡️ Blood Test: The GFR (Glomerular Filtration Rate) test, which checks how well the kidneys filter the blood.
➡️ Urine Test: Checking for the presence of the protein Albumin in the urine.
If these tests indicate a problem, your doctor will refer you for further investigation.
📌 Key Takeaways
➡️ Monitor and control your blood pressure and blood sugar levels regularly.
➡️ Do not use pain relievers or other medications long-term without a doctor's advice.
➡️ Eat a balanced diet low in salt and sugar, and high in vegetables and fruits. Exercise daily.
➡️ Completely avoid smoking. Limit alcohol consumption.
➡️ Even if you have no symptoms, visit a doctor at least once a year for simple blood and urine tests.
This is how a kidney looks when it's split exactly down the middle. Even though it's small, it can filter about 180 liters of blood per day.
Isn't it your duty and responsibility to protect your kidneys, which perform this massive task for you?
For that, drink water well!
(About 1.5 - 2 liters / 8-10 glasses per day)
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