COMMON THINGS THAT CAN BE DANGEROUS TO KIDNEYS.

 

WHAT IS KIDNEY? 

Kidneys rather. The kidneys are two bean-shaped internal organs, each about the size of a fist. They are located just below the rib cage, one on each side of your spine.

BASIC WORK OF KIDNEYS.

Healthy kidneys filter about a half cup of blood every minute, removing wastes and extra water to make urine. The urine flows from the kidneys to the bladder through two thin tubes of muscle called ureters, one on each side of your bladder. Your bladder stores urine. Your kidneys, ureters, and bladder are part of your urinary tract.

WHAT ARE THE THINGS THAT CAN AFFECT THE KIDNEYS NOT TO FUNCTION WELL?

* Abusive or Excess usage of Salt.

Diets high in salt are high in sodium, which can increase blood pressure and, in turn, harm your kidneys. To avoid excess sodium in the body, reduce the salt intake in foods.

* Excess Eating of Processed Foods.

Processed foods are significant sources of sodium and phosphorus. Many people who have kidney disease need to limit phosphorus in their diets. Some studies have shown that high phosphorus intake from processed foods in people without kidney disease may be harmful to their kidneys and bones.

* Not Drinking Enough Water.

Staying well hydrated helps your kidneys clear sodium and toxins from the body. Drinking plenty of water is also one of the best ways to avoid painful kidney stones. Those with kidney problems or kidney failure may need to restrict their fluid intake, but for most people, drinking 1.5 to 2 liters (3 to 4 pints) of water per day is a healthy target. Drink enough water and stay hydrated.

* Not Having Enough Sleep At Nights.

A good night’s rest is extremely important to your overall well-being and, it turns out, your kidneys. Kidney function is regulated by the sleep-wake cycle which helps coordinate the kidneys’ workload over 24 hours. 

* Eating Too Much Meat.

Animal protein generates high amounts of acid in the blood that can be harmful to the kidneys and cause acidosis, a condition in which kidneys cannot eliminate acid fast enough. Protein is needed for growth, upkeep and repair of all parts of the body but your diet should be well balanced with fruits and vegetables.

* Smoking.

Sure, smoking isn't good for your lungs or your heart. But did you know that smoking may not be good for your kidneys either? People who smoke are more likely to have protein in the urine, a sign of kidney damage.

*Eating Too Many Foods High in Sugar.

Sugar contributes to obesity which increases your risk of developing high blood pressure and diabetes, two of the leading causes of kidney disease. In addition to desserts, sugar is often added to foods and drinks that you may not consider “sweet.” Avoid condiments, breakfast cereals, and white bread which are all sneaky sources of processed sugar. Pay attention to the ingredients when buying packaged goods to avoid added sugar in your diet.

*Excess Intake Of Alcohol.

Regular heavy drinking, more than four drinks a day, has been found to double the risk chronic kidney disease. Heavy drinkers who also smoke have an even higher risk of kidney problems. Smokers who are heavy drinkers have about five times the chance of developing chronic kidney. Regular heavy drinking more than four drinks a day, has been found to double the risk chronic kidney disease. Heavy drinkers who also smoke have an even higher risk of kidney problems. Smokers who are heavy drinkers have about five times the chance of developing chronic kidney disease than people who don’t smoke or drink alcohol to excess than people who don’t smoke or drink alcohol to excess.

WHY THE KIDNEYS ARE IMPORTANT ORGANS IN OUR BODIES?

The kidneys remove wastes and extra fluid from your body. Your kidneys also remove acid that is produced by the cells of your body and maintain a healthy balance of water, salts, and minerals such as sodium, calcium, phosphorus, and potassium in your blood.

Without this balance, nerves, muscles, and other tissues in your body may not work normally.

Your kidneys also make hormones that help control your 

*blood pressure.

*make red blood cells.

*keeping your bones strong and healthy.

So by cutting down our excesses and abstaining from some habits, can really help us keep our kidneys safe and healthy.

Good kidneys, good health.

Health is wealth.