How To Protect You Kidneys

One can reduce or delay one's risk of diabetic nephropathy or kidney damage/failure in these ways:

• By drinking a lot of water and non-alcoholic fluids

• Ensuring that blood pressure levels are under control

• Controlling blood sugar levels

• Avoiding use of Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS)

• Treating urinary tract infection immediately with antibiotics

• Avoiding medical treatments that put stress on the kidneys

• Going for regular tests to ensure your kidneys are healthy

• Eating fruits and vegetables to reduce the build-up of acids

• Taking fish oil regularly so that dialysis gives better results

• Reducing your intake of salt, wsater and protein

• Exercising regularly

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