30 March 2016
Healthy Kidneys Is The Key To Good HealthKidneys filter out the toxic materials in our body which the blood carries and cleanse the blood and remove these toxins, excess salts and unwanted water through the urine.
If the health of the kidney is compromised in any way, they will not be able to cleanse the blood and our health will start deteriorating. Some of our habits are responsible for destroying the health of our kidneys. Read on to find what they are. Drinking Less WaterWater is important for our living. Not only does it help in many body processes going on in our cells but not drinking enough water can be harmful for the kidneys as well. Deficiency of water in the body raises the chances of kidney and urinary tract infections.
Urine contains substances like calcium, oxalate, and phosphorus which become highly concentrated when less water is consumed causing them to crystallise and form stones. Drinking enough water therefore is a must to prevent formation of kidney stones. Water is also needed to flush away the bacteria. Hence to prevent urinary tract infections drinking enough water is a must. Under normal conditions drinking 2 to 3 liters of water a day is advised but during inclement weather this quantity can go up. Excess Salt ConsumptionExcess consumption of salt raises blood pressure.
Because of high blood pressure the blood vessels and filters of the kidney are damaged which reduces the efficiency of these to filter out the toxins and waste starts building up in the body. Excess narrowing of these blood vessels may lead to kidney failure. Consumption Of MedicinesExcess consumption of painkillers and antibiotics also affects the kidneys. The constituents of these medicines get mixed in the blood and the kidneys have to work harder to remove them.
On the other hand, those suffering from high blood pressure, diabetes, thyroid who do not take medicines regularly, increase the chances of kidney damage due to these diseases. Ignoring InfectionsIgnoring any type of infection in the body also increases the chances of kidney damage.
Because infections increase the toxins in the blood the body immunity is also reduced. This affects the health of the kidneys as well. Ignoring The Urge To Pass UrineThe habit of controlling the urge to pass urine also increases the chances of infection in the urine. It has to be understood that bacteria multiply very fast in the acidic environment of the urine.
Eating Less FoodConsuming less food or a deficiency of nutrients also affects the capacity of the kidneys to function at their optimum.
Due to deficiency of nutrients the protein in the body gets converted to energy. This leads to increase of by products like urea etc. The kidneys have therefore the increased workload of removing these toxins as well. Therefore, it is advised to consume enough nutrients appropriate to one's age. How Foods Affect The Kidneys - Some Useful PointsFoods made from a combination of wheat and lentils are a good combination for the kidneys.
If you are suffering from any kidney problem, DO NOT use sodium bicarbonate. Chemicals used to hasten the ripening of out of season or even in season fruits are harmful to the health of the kidneys. Chips, french fries and such things contain an excess of salt and are harmful for the kidneys. Carbonated beverages can also affect the kidneys. To conclude, keeping the above information in mind and following it will keep the kidneys healthier. VideosWatch the videos below that will provide information on keeping the kidneys healthy.
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