Discover the Top Basic Tips for Keeping Your Kidneys Healthy on World Kidney Day

By Srikanto Mandal 30 Sept, 2022

Eating healthy is crucial for leading a healthy lifestyle, including maintaining kidney health. Consuming nutritious food and sufficient vitamins is important for the kidneys.

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It is recommended to reduce salt and sugar intake and eat green leafy veggies and whole grains for maintaining kidney health.

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Maintaining a healthy weight is important for overall health and kidney health. Regular exercise is beneficial for maintaining a healthy weight and overall health.

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Smoking and drinking alcohol can harm the kidneys, increase blood pressure, and cause weight gain.

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Existing health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease can also affect kidney health.

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Taking prescribed medicines and undergoing regular tests is important for managing existing health conditions that can affect the kidneys.

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Over-the-counter painkillers should be restricted as they can cause harm to the kidneys.

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People above the age of 60, with a family history of cardiovascular disease, blood pressure, obesity, ....

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diabetes, and those observing blood in their urine or experiencing painful urination should get their kidneys tested regularly.

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