3 Things Every Person Needs To Know About Kidney Health

Posted by Dr. Della Parker     on March 12, 2018

Your kidneys are your body’s natural detoxifiers. Every day, your kidneys filter about 120 to 150 quarts of blood to produce about 1 to 2 quarts of urine, composed of wastes and extra fluid. Your kidneys keep the composition of your blood stable, without which, your body could not function. Needless to say, keeping this fist-sized, bean-shaped organs in tip-top condition is necessary to your longevity and your well-being.

3 Things Every Person Needs To Know About Kidney Health

In order to maintain kidney health, whole body health must be considered. High blood pressure, diabetes or a family history of kidney failure puts one in three Americans at an increased risk of developing kidney disease — but even without those risk factors, maintaining kidney health is crucial.

Diet and exercise are the first line of defense in keeping your whole body healthy. Eliminating processed foods (which your kidney’s work extra hard to filter) will result in better total health.

Most kidney problems are a result of other medical conditions such as high blood pressure and/or diabetes. Sticking to a healthy, moderate eating plan will help keep kidneys in prime condition.

Always talk to a primary care provider before embarking on a supplement plan. There are many vitamin supplements and herbal remedies that can cause kidney damage in excessive amounts.

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