How Healthy Diet, Lifestyle And Early Detection Can Prevent Chronic Kidney Diseases

Healthy Diet: Eat balanced, low-processed foods; limit saturated fats and sodium. Focus on fruits, veggies, whole grains, and lean proteins. Reduce high-protein foods if you have kidney issues.

Hydration: Stay well-hydrated to aid kidney function and remove toxins. Ensure water and food come from clean sources, especially during the summer.

Regular Exercise: Exercise promotes cardiovascular health, which is crucial for kidney function and weight management.

Avoid Smoking and Alcohol: Smoking and consumption of alcohol can damage the kidneys and increase CKD (chronic kidney disease) risk.

Monitor Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar: Manage diabetes and high blood pressure to prevent kidney damage.

Regular Check-ups: Early detection through health screenings helps in timely treatment and intervention.

Avoid NSAIDs: Avoiding medicines known as nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs, consult doctors before taking new medications.

Reduce Salt Intake: Excessive salt can raise blood pressure and contribute to kidney damage and kidney stones.

Prioritise Sleep: Sufficient sleep aids in kidney function and overall health.

Early Detection Tests: Conduct creatinine (eGFR) and urine albumin tests for kidney disease detection.

Inputs By: Dr. Dilip M Babu, Sr. Consultant Nephrologist and Transplant Physician Yashoda Hospitals Hyderabad