“Learn what to avoid with kidney problems: limit salt, protein, potassium, phosphorus, and processed foods to protect kidney health.”

Kidneys play a very important role in our body. They not only remove toxins and excess water from the body but also work to control blood pressure, produce hormones, and maintain the balance of electrolytes in the body. But due to changing lifestyles, wrong eating habits, and stress, kidney-related diseases are increasing rapidly nowadays.

 

According to experts, about 1 out of every 10 people in America is affected by kidney disease. The good thing is that by adopting some habits and the right lifestyle, the kidneys can be kept healthy for a long time.

 

Let us know in detail the causes of kidney problems, early symptoms, and necessary preventive measures.

 

➡Why do kidney problems occur?

 

There are many reasons for kidney damage, the main ones of which are as follows

 

1Causes of sugar: – Due to high blood sugar levels in sugar patients, the small blood vessels of the kidney start getting damaged.

 

2. Causes of high blood pressure:- 

Constantly having high BP increases the pressure on the kidneys, and their function becomes weak.

 

3. Consuming too much salt:- 

Eating too much salt increases blood pressure and puts a strain on the kidneys.

 

4. Taking too many medicines:- 

Long-term excessive use of painkillers and antibiotics can damage the kidneys.

 

5. Drinking less water affects the kidneys

 

Drinking less water can cause problems like kidney stones and infection.

 

6. Due to an unbalanced lifestyle:- 

Smoking, alcohol, junk food, and lack of sleep can also be major causes of kidney disease.

 

 ➡Early symptoms of kidney disease

 

Often, the symptoms of kidney disease are not visible in the initial stage, but it is important to recognize some signs in time

 

👉Swelling in hands, feet, and face

 

👉Change in urine color or foamy urine

 

👉Frequent urination or difficulty in urination

 

👉Feeling tired and weak

 

👉Lack of appetite and feeling like vomiting

 

👉Pain in the waist or lower back

 

If these symptoms persist, then you should get yourself checked by a doctor immediately.

 

➡Ways to keep the kidneys healthy

 

1. Drink an adequate amount of water

To keep the kidneys healthy, drink 7–8 glasses of water daily. Water removes toxic elements and excess sodium from the body.

 

👉Drink lukewarm water after waking up in the morning.

 

 👉Drink plain water or coconut water instead of soda, cold drinks, or packaged juices.

 

2. Control blood sugar and blood pressure

 

👉Get your sugar and BP checked regularly.

 

👉Avoid sweet and oily food.

 

👉Reduce stress by doing meditation and yoga.

 

3. Always eat a balanced diet

 

To keep the kidneys healthy, it is important to pay special attention to the diet.

 

👉Eat green leafy vegetables, seasonal fruits, whole grains, and pulses.

 

👉Take less salt and fried foods.

 

👉Keep the amount of protein balanced, especially non-vegetarians should take meat and fish in limited quantities.

 

4. Stay away from smoking and alcohol

Both smoking and alcohol reduce the functionality of the kidney. It is best to quit them completely.

 

5. Always urinate on time

 

Holding urine for a long time increases pressure on the kidneys, and there is a risk of infection. So do not hold urine.

 

6. Exercise regularly every day

 

👉Walk or do yoga for at least 30 minutes every day.

 

👉Regular exercise keeps blood pressure and blood sugar under control.

 

7. Always get adequate sleep

 

7–8 hours of sleep every day is necessary for kidney health. Lack of sleep causes hormonal imbalance and affects the kidneys.

 

8. Always use medicines correctly

 

👉Do not use painkillers or antibiotics without consulting a doctor.

 

👉If you need to take medicines for a long time, then get a kidney checkup done by a doctor.

 

9. Always keep body weight balanced

Obesity is a major cause of kidney disease. Therefore, adopt a healthy diet and exercise to keep weight under control. 

 

10. Always get regular health checkups

 

After the age of 40, a kidney test (Blood Urea, Creatinine, Urine Test) should be done every year. People with diabetes and high BP should be even more cautious.

 

➡Homemade and Ayurvedic remedies

 

👉Triphala powder: – Keeps digestion healthy and makes the kidneys healthy.

 

👉Gokhru and Varunadi decoction: – In Ayurveda, it is considered beneficial for kidney stones and urinary problems.

 

👉Coconut water: – Removes dehydration and detoxifies the kidneys.

 

👉Turmeric: – It has anti-inflammatory properties, which protect against kidney infection.

 

 ➡[Important – Consult a doctor or Ayurvedic expert before adopting any home remedy.]

 

➡What things should be avoided?

 

👉Excess salt, packaged food, and fast food

 

👉Excess sweets and soda drinks

 

👉Excess use of painkillers

 

👉Smoking and alcohol

 

👉Staying up late and not getting enough sleep

 

➡Conclusion

 

The kidney is a very important part of our body, so keeping the kidney healthy should be our priority. Kidney problems can be avoided by proper diet, adequate water, regular exercise and getting health checkups done from time to time, and consulting a doctor. And do not be careless at all. Do not use any home remedy without the advice of a doctor and an  Ayurvedic expert

 

👉Remember, kidney diseases grow slowly, and symptoms do not appear in the beginning.  Therefore, taking precautions in time is the biggest protection.