KEEP YOUR KIDNEYS HEALTHY
Whether
you are young or old, it is extremely important to keep your kidneys healthy.
Kidneys are vital organs that perform various functions in the body. Having
healthy kidneys will also help to keep rest of your body healthy.
Your
kidneys act as a natural filter of the blood, and remove water soluble wastes
which are diverted to the urinary bladder.
If you
think that you are at risk for kidney disease, make sure that you get your
urine and blood checked. Other primary risks include diabetes, heart disease,
high blood pressure.
Here
are a few kidney-friendly tips:
Exercise regularly to keep your blood flowing and your
kidneys healthy.
Maintain an ideal weight, lose weight if you are
overweight.
Eat a healthy diet that includes plenty of fruits and
vegetables. Also, have fish like tuna, brim. Meat intake should be limited.
If you have diabetes, manage your blood sugar level.
Monitor blood pressure and cholesterol.
Know your family history, especially that of kidney
disease.
Limit your salt intake.
Avoid unhealthy habits such as smoking, drinking. And if
you smoke, quit now.
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