Seven things that can damage kidney
Our kidneys are small but powerful bean-shaped organs that perform many important functions in the body system.
The kidney is responsible for filtering waste products, releasing hormones that regulate blood pressure, balancing fluids in the body, producing urine, and many other essential tasks. According the health practitioners, diabetes and high blood pressure are the most common risk factors for kidney disease. However, obesity, smoking, genetics, gender, and age can also increase the risk.
Our diet affects the health of the kidneys. One must therefore avoid these seven items or reduce its intake for optimal kidney health:Red meat contains a large quantity of protein. While the body needs some protein to grow, heal and stay healthy, too much protein makes one’s kidneys work harder.Butter contains saturated fat, which increases your risk for heart disease. The National Kidney Foundation notes that heart disease is a major risk factor for kidney disease and vice versa.
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