2024-03-29 12:59:12
With age, the risk of exposure to chronic kidney disease (CKD) (chronic kidney failure) increases, so it is necessary to pay attention to what this important organ in the body may be exposed to, and to follow healthy ways to protect it.
Many people suffer from chronic kidney disease (CKD), a condition in which the kidneys cannot filter the blood effectively, and this can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, other health problems, and even death.
The Mayo Clinic says it is a condition that involves the gradual cessation of kidney function. The kidneys filter waste and excess fluids from the blood, which can then be eliminated in the urine. Advanced chronic kidney disease may cause dangerous levels of fluid and waste to accumulate in the body.
In the advanced stages of chronic kidney disease, a person may show few signs or symptoms of the disease. He may not realize that he has kidney disease until after the condition develops.
Although kidney damage cannot be reversed, by following some steps and making lifestyle modifications, chronic kidney disease can be monitored and the risk reduced, according to a Washington Post report.
The report advises maintaining a diet low in salt and sugar, and rich in unprocessed foods such as fruits, vegetables, eggs, fish and nuts. Maintaining a healthy weight reduces the work that your kidneys have to do.
Avoiding alcohol and quitting smoking also helps control the disease.
Diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure are known risk factors for kidney disease, and here comes the role of exercise to help control diabetes and control blood pressure, which can help protect kidney health.
Dehydration can affect kidney function, so it is necessary to maintain the necessary amount of fluids for the body, as hydrating regularly throughout the day helps support healthy body functions.
Chronic kidney disease is often asymptomatic and is often not diagnosed, so it is necessary to perform blood tests at least once a year if you are older than 60 years, or you suffer from high blood pressure, or diabetes,
A routine blood test can measure creatinine levels to determine how well the kidneys are working.
Last updated: March 26, 2024 – 16:52
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