KEEP MOVING
Being overweight raises your blood pressure, which is bad for your kidneys. Try to maintain healthy body weight by keeping active and following a healthy diet.
Aim for at least 30 minutes of exercise, such as walking four or five times a week. 6000-8000 Steps/day
DRINK WATER
Staying hydrated will help your kidneys function properly. Your urine should be straw-colored or paler if it’s any darker that can be a sign of dehydration.
REDUCE ALCOHOL
Alcohol can cause kidney damage. Excess alcohol may also raise your blood pressure. Limit your alcoholic drinks.
STOP SMOKING
Smoking makes your kidneys work harder to remove toxins from your blood.
Smoking raises your blood pressure which is bad for your health. Smoking also increases the risk of kidney and bladder cancer.
EAT HEALTHY
A balanced diet ensures you get all your body’s minerals and vitamins.
Eat plenty of fresh fruit, vegetables, and grains such as wholewheat pasta, bread, and rice. Stay away from fatty foods or processed foods and reduce your salt intake.
If you’re a diabetic, have (hypertensive) BP, or have a family history of kidney disease, keep o regular check on your kidney health
Dr. Puneet Bhuwania
Consultant Nephrologist & Transplant Physician
Wockhardt Hospitals, Mira Road
To book an appointment call: +918108101104
