World Kidney Day: Here's How You Can Keep Your Kidneys Healthy
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A kidney is an essential organ of the body. It does the work of filtration and removes toxins and excess water from the blood. Kidneys also regulate the blood pressure, Potassium, Sodium, salt, etc. in the body. It even helps in the formation of vitamin D and produces red blood cells. Thus, it is crucial to maintain Kidney health. Dr Atul Ingale, Consultant-Nephrologist, Transplant Physician and Director-Dept. of Nephrology, Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, Vashi suggests a few steps that can be taken to maintain a healthy Kidney function.
Following A Healthy Diet And Exercising Regularly:
Healthy diet consisting of fiber, leafy vegetables, fruits, protein, less fat, sugar, red meats, etc. should be consumed. Consumption of healthy food can help lower blood pressure, reduce fat in the blood, and help avoid Kidney damage. Along with a nutritious diet, it is essential to workout or at least include movements in day-to-day life. One can opt for heavy workouts or light workouts like walking, running, dancing yoga, etc. Exercising can benefit the overall body by maintaining blood pressure, and cholesterol, building endurance, and strength, and can even prevent one from getting the disease of Heart, Kidneys, avoiding Obesity, Hypertension, etc.
Manage Blood Sugar And Control Blood Pressure:
People who have high blood sugar, that is, those suffering from Diabetes, have a high chance that their Kidneys may get damaged. This happens as the organ is exerted over the years to constantly manage the sugar level in the blood, which fluctuates as the cells of diabetics cant use the glucose in the blood. This can be prevented by managing blood sugar levels. Other factors that can impact ones blood sugar are stress, hormonal changes, and other diseases.
High blood pressure can lead to Kidney damage. If high blood pressure occurs with other diseases like Diabetes, heart problems, etc. The impact on the body can be significant. In consultation with a doctor, one should take medications to control blood pressure.
Thursday, March 9, 2023 at 7:41 am