Advice: A diet high in fruits, vegetables and low-fat dairy products, lower salt intake and exercise are some ways to keep your kidneys working well.
To keep your kidneys healthy, it is important to first understand the causes and risk factors associated with kidney disease., a physiologist and science writer, famously said, “The kidney is the organ par excellence of evolution.”
They maintain appropriate blood levels of electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus through absorption and excretion via subunits called nephrons. The preservation of these electrolyte levels is needed for optimal functioning of multiple vital organs such as the heart, brain and muscles.The kidneys manage blood pressure through regulation of salt and water and production of hormones.
When the kidneys fail to perform these tasks, many other organs and our overall health are impacted. CKD is recognized as one of the
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