{"id":527,"date":"2013-12-23T23:22:00","date_gmt":"2013-12-23T21:22:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/richideas.co.za\/5-tips-for-healthier-kidneys\/"},"modified":"2017-09-21T12:35:09","modified_gmt":"2017-09-21T10:35:09","slug":"5-tips-for-healthier-kidneys","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/contattolive.co.za\/north\/5-tips-for-healthier-kidneys\/","title":{"rendered":"5 TIPS FOR HEALTHIER KIDNEYS"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">Whenever we see an article with a list of ways to improve something, we seem to jump to the points and skip the first bit out\u2026 I hope you don&#8217;t do that here!\u00a0Healthy kidneys are important when applying for any kind of risk cover, so naturally an article about keeping your kidney\u2019s in great health would be read fast!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">So if you\u2019re actually reading this intro and not just jumping through points one through five, then you will now know that these five points are actually great for your overall health. Not only will they benefit your kidneys, but they will improve the health of all your major systems: cardiovascular, nervous, digestive, respiratory, reproductive, skeletal and, of course, your urinary system that includes the kidneys.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">All in all, they\u2019re <b>five great habits to build into your lifestyle<\/b> if you want to enjoy a life to the full potential!<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">1. Stay hydrated<\/h3>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">Always remember to drink water, every day. Not juice, not coffee, not tea, not milk: water. You can drink the others, but be deliberate in drinking water. Whether it\u2019s in a bottle that you carry around with you or in a glass, staying hydrated helps your kidneys function properly. Your urine should be straw-coloured or paler &#8211; if it&#8217;s any darker it&#8217;s a sign of dehydration. However, if you\u2019re taking vitamin B supplements, they will cause your urine to be considerably darker about 4-6 hours after taking them.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">Every time you have a hot drink (tea, coffee, hot chocolate etc), have a glass of water. When you go out to a restaurant, before you place your first orders, ask for a glass of water, this will sate your appetite and you will drink less alcohol, eat less and save money! Before you go to the shops, have a glass of water and you will be less likely to buy snacky treats whilst you\u2019re walking through the aisles.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">2. Eat healthily<\/h3>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">A balanced diet ensures that you get all the minerals and vitamins that your body needs. Eat plenty of fruit and vegetables and grains, such as wholewheat pasta, bread and rice. Don&#8217;t eat too much salty or fatty food.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">3. Reduce alcohol consumption and don\u2019t smoke<\/h3>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">Cigarettes contain over 4000 chemicals (of which at least 43 are carcinogenic) and 400 toxins, all of which get filtered into the kidneys. Drinking too much alcohol means that your kidneys have to work harder to remove toxins from your blood. If you are a smoker, try to stop smoking completely and limit yourself to two small drinks a day for a man and one small drink a day for a woman.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">4. Monitor your blood pressure<\/h3>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">Remember to have your blood pressure checked regularly. Raised blood pressure has no symptoms but it can increase your risk of kidney problems. A simple, quick and painless blood pressure check is available free of charge at most Dischem and Clicks pharmacies.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">If your blood pressure is higher than it should be, your GP can suggest lifestyle changes or, if necessary, prescribe medication to reduce your blood pressure and reduce the strain on your kidneys.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">5. Keep slim to help your kidneys<\/h3>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">There\u2019s a joke that goes a little like this: \u201c<i>Of course I have a six pack, it\u2019s under my belly<\/i>.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">The truth is, you do. We all have the muscles, we just can\u2019t see them if there\u2019s too much fat covering them. Whilst most of us rationalise our softer parts as being a part of the ageing process, they can be the sign of serious health risks in the future.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">Being too heavy, amongst other things, raises your blood pressure, which is bad for your kidneys. Try to keep yourself at a healthy weight by keeping active and not overeating.<\/p>\n<p><b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><b><b>Our diet is responsible for between 70-90% of our weight management.<\/p>\n<p><\/b><\/b><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<hr \/>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">\nHaving said that, exercise is a necessary component in weight loss. Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise, such as walking, cycling or swimming, each week a week. 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