To maintain kidney health, control diabetes and BP properly. Performing a simple urine routine and creatinine test at least once a year will help detect diseases early. It is good to include fruits, vegetables, and nuts in your diet. However, those who currently have kidney disease should eat foods rich in potassium only as directed by a doctor.
The following are the main reasons why kidney function may be impaired:
Uncontrolled diabetes: Excessive blood sugar damages the delicate blood vessels in the kidneys. This is the most important cause leading to kidney disease.
High blood pressure (High BP): When BP increases, the pressure on the blood vessels leading to the kidneys increases, which affects the filtering capacity of the kidneys.
Excessive use of painkillers: Excessive use of painkillers without a doctor’s prescription can cause serious damage to the kidneys.
Excessive salt consumption: Increasing salt in the diet increases sodium in the body and increases the workload of the kidneys.
Not drinking enough water: Water is essential to flush out toxins from the body. When you drink less water, the risk of kidney stones and infections increases.
Heredity: If someone in the family has kidney disease, the possibility of inheritance cannot be ruled out.