These seemingly healthy habits can seriously harm your kidneys
Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- Some seemingly healthy habits can pose hidden dangers to kidney health.
- Kidneys perform vital functions including filtering toxins and maintaining fluid balance.
- Beyond known risk factors like inactivity and poor diet, certain everyday habits can harm these organs.
While many are aware of the major risk factors for kidney damage โ such as a sedentary lifestyle, excessive alcohol consumption, smoking, and diets high in salt and sugar โ a doctor from Hanoi has highlighted that even seemingly healthy habits can pose a significant, hidden threat to kidney function.
Dr. Pham Quang Khai, from the Urology and Andrology Department at Hanoi Hospital, emphasized the critical role kidneys play in maintaining overall health. These vital organs are responsible for filtering waste products and excess fluid from the blood, a process essential for regulating electrolytes and blood pressure.
This insight from Vietnamese medical professionals serves as a crucial reminder that vigilance regarding kidney health extends beyond the commonly understood risks. It prompts a closer examination of our daily routines, suggesting that even practices perceived as benign might be silently contributing to kidney strain. Further details on these specific habits would be beneficial for public awareness and preventative health measures.
Kidneys perform several vital functions, including filtering toxins and excess fluid from the blood and maintaining electrolyte balance.
Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.