This World Kidney Day take a pledge to keep your Kidneys healthy.

Our Kidneys are the vital organs in our body. They help to filter waste (toxins) and excess water from the blood.

For overall health and general wellbeing it is important to maintain your kidney’s health. Here are 5 Do’s and Don’ts you need to follow that will help to maintain the health of your Kidneys.

5 Do’s to Keep your Kidneys Healthy-

·         Keep yourself hydrated- Even though very cliché, this will always be the first and the most important tip on keeping your kidneys healthy. It is recommended to drink at least 2-3 litres of water every day.



·         Do Aerobic exercises or Yoga- It is important to be active and have a healthy body so that the kidneys can function in harmony. Regular aerobic exercises or yoga can help to maintain your weight and prevent getting any diseases that can damage your kidneys.



·         Have a Balanced Diet- Having a healthy and balanced diet that provide proper micro and macro nutrients will help to have healthy kidneys. Individuals who are obese will be at a risk for developing certain health conditions that can damage their kidneys.



·         Get your Sugar & Blood Pressure checked regularly- Another tip to keep your kidneys healthy get yourself regularly checked for blood sugar and blood pressure since people with diabetes and hypertension have high chances of getting their kidneys damaged as the kidneys have to work extra hard to filter the blood and over the years this could damage the kidneys functions.



·         Maintain basic hygiene-It is very important to maintain hygiene since if the private areas are not clean this could lead to UTI( Urinary tract infections) and can cause ill-effects to your kidneys.

 

5 Don’ts to Keep your Kidneys Healthy-

·         Avoid drinking too much at night- It is recommended not to drink too much water at night as it can lead to frequent urge to urinate at night which can disrupt your sleep cycle. It is better to drink your fluids during the day rather than at night.

·         Avoid aerated drinks & foods that contain excess preservatives- Excess aerated drinks and preservatives will only damage the kidney as they directly lead to diabetes or hypertension. Consuming such drinks can even lead to formation of kidney stones.

·         Don't self-medicate. Avoid unwanted Medicines and supplements- Common drugs like painkiller or any supplements taken regularly or without proper consultation can lead to kidney damage. So whenever in doubt always consult a doctor.

·         Avoid Protein rich diet- Although it is vital to consume proteins, but excess consumption of proteins can cause ill-effects on the kidneys .Excessive proteins will cause kidneys to work hard on their filtration leading to kidney damage later.

·         Do not hold your urge to pee- Never hold your urge to urinate as this could lead to stone formation, causing kidney stones.

.      Do not smoke or consume alcohol- Drinking and smoking can cause to slow the process of blood flow to the kidney and can disrupt the functions of the kidney.

Kidneys perform the vital function of filtering out toxins and help to keep the organs in optimal condition.

This World Kidney Day 2020, let’s make it our priority to follow the tips mentioned above to maintain our kidney health and avoid serious health problems.