How to promote healthy kidneys

How to promote healthy kidneys

Kidney disease is a widespread issue made all the more discon certing by the fact that many people are unaware they have it. According to the National Kidney Foundation, 26 million American adults have kidney disease, and most don’t know it. And the problem of kidney disease is not exclusive to Staying hydrated while the United States, as the Canadian Kidney Foundation notes that the number of Canadians being treated avoiding overhydration is one way for men and for kidney failure has tripled over women to protect their the last quarter century. kidneys.

Healthy kidneys are something many people take for granted. But those who want to do everything they can to keep their kidneys healthy can consider the following proven to enhance kidney function. come very popular in the 21st century, tips, courtesy of the Cleveland Clinic. The Cleveland Clinic recommends but excessive supplementation can

Stay hydrated, but avoid over- adults drink between four and six harm the kidneys. Discuss any hydration. Many people are familiar glasses of water per day. supplements or herbals remedies with the benefits of drinking water with a physician before taking them. each day, and adequate hydration Exercise. definitely promotes healthy kidneys. Quit smoking. But overhydrating has not been Regular exercise benefits various parts of the Just as exercise benefits the body human body, in myriad ways, smoking harms including the the body in myriad ways. Smoking kidneys. High decreases the blood flow in the blood pressure kidneys, decreasing their ability and diabetes are to function at optimal capacity. two of the biggest Smoking also increases a person’s risk factors for risk of high blood pressure and kidney disease, cancer of the kidneys. and regular exercise can reduce a person’s risk of Eat healthy. both conditions. However, overexertion can strain the kidneys, so adults who exercise, especially novices who need to improve their condiA healthy diet decreases a person’s risk for high blood pressure and diabetes. Adhering to a healthy diet and controlling portion sizes can help control weight and blood pressure and contribute to healthy kidneys as well. tioning, should avoid going too Get screened. hard at the gym. Speak with a Adults who have been diagnosed physician before with high blood pressure or diabetes taking vitamin should make sure their physicians supplements or screen for kidney dysfunction during herbal remedies. routine appointments. Vitamin supplements and herbal Learn more about kidney disease remedies have be- at www.kidney.org. h 14 Neighborhood Publications To advertise, call 281-401-9143 or email: info@NeighborhoodPublications.net

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