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10 COMMON HABITS THAT MAY HARM YOUR KIDNEYS

1. Overusing Painkillers
Over the counter pain medicines, such as NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) and Analgesics, may alleviate your aches and pains, but they can harm the kidneys, especially if you already have kidney disease. Reduce your regular use of NSAIDs and never go over the recommended dosage.

2. Abusing the Salt Shaker
Diets high in salt are high in sodium, which can increase blood pressure and, in turn, harm your kidneys. Flavor your foods with herbs and spices instead of salt. Over time, you may find it easier to avoid using added salt (sodium) on your food.

3. Eating Processed Foods
Processed foods are significant sources of sodium and phosphorus. Many people who have kidney disease need to limit phosphorus in their diets. Some studies have shown that high phosphorus intake from processed foods in people without kidney disease may be harmful to their kidneys and bones. Try adopting the DASH diet to guide your healthy eating habits.

4. Not Drinking Enough Water
Staying well hydrated helps your kidneys clear sodium and toxins from the body. Drinking plenty of water is also one of the best ways to avoid painful kidney stones. Those with kidney problems or kidney failure may need to restrict their fluid intake, but for most people, drinking 1.5 to 2 liters (3 to 4 pints) of water per day is a healthy target.

5. Missing Out on Sleep
A good night’s rest is extremely important to your overall well-being and, it turns out, your kidneys. Kidney function is regulated by the sleep-wake cycle which helps coordinate the kidneys’ workload over 24 hours.

6. Eating Too Much Meat
Animal protein generates high amounts of acid in the blood that can be harmful to the kidneys and cause acidosis – a condition in which kidneys cannot eliminate acid fast enough. Protein is needed for growth, upkeep and repair of all parts of the body but your diet should be well balanced with fruits and vegetables.

7. Eating Too Many Foods High in Sugar
Sugar contributes to obesity which increases your risk of developing high blood pressure and diabetes, two of the leading causes of kidney disease. In addition to desserts, sugar is often added to foods and drinks that you may not consider “sweet.” Avoid condiments, breakfast cereals, and white bread which are all sneaky sources of processed sugar. Pay attention to the ingredients when buying packaged goods to avoid added sugar in your diet.

8. Lighting Up
Sure, smoking isn't good for your lungs or your heart. But did you know that smoking may not be good for your kidneys either? People who smoke are more likely to have protein in the urine – a sign of kidney damage.

9. Drinking Alcohol in Excess
Regular heavy drinking – more than four drinks a day – has been found to double the risk chronic kidney disease. Heavy drinkers who also smoke have an even higher risk of kidney problems. Smokers who are heavy drinkers have about five times the chance of developing chronic kidney disease than people who don’t smoke or drink alcohol to excess.

10. Sitting Still
Sitting for long periods of time has now been linked to the development of kidney disease. Although researchers don’t know yet why or how sedentary time or physical activity directly impact kidney health, it is known that greater physical activity is associated with improved blood pressure and glucose metabolism, both important factors in kidney health.

VAGINAL INFECTIONS
Glodach Medical Centre specializes in treating ladies with va**nal infections. Please contact us on the phone number 09153386123 or DM, if you are experiencing the following va**nal infections am going to discuss about. Some of the common va**nal infections are as follows:
1) Bacterial vaginosis: Gardnerella is the bacteria most often associated with bacterial vaginosis,” BV often causes a thin grayish to white greenish, or yellow discharge. With offensive smell, the va**nal discharge has a fish- like odor that tends to become stronger after penetrative va**nal s*x. You may not notice much itching. The odor is usually offensive to your partner. The smell messes up the room anytime you take off your pant during s*x.

2) Trichomoniasis: This is caused by a parasite and is often s*xually transmitted. Trichomonas va**nalis is an organism characterized by foul smelling odor with frothy grey to greenish discharge and it’s very itching and burning. the color of the cervix will look like "strawberry".
This va**nal infection can be taking care of by our experience and specialize medical doctor at Glodach hospital.

3) Va**na yeast infection: This is a yeast infection. It is caused by one of the many types of fungus known as candida albicans. These commonly involve va**nal and vulval itching, soreness, and burning. With yeast infections, you might also notice swelling in the l***a, or the folds of skin on the outside of your va**na. Any discharge will usually be white and lumpy, with a texture that some say resembles thick white cottage cheese discharge.
Please contact us today for your treatment.

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