Mary James 🔹 Introduction 🚨 Always consult your doctor before making major dietary changes if you have CKD. 🔹 Benefits of Lemon Water for Kidney Health ✅ 1. Prevents Kidney Stones 🏥 ✅ 2. Supports Hydration 💧 ✅ 3. Aids in Detoxification 🚰 ✅ 4. Helps Lower Blood Pressure 🩸 ✅ 5. Reduces Uric Acid Levels ⚖️ … Read more
🔹 Introduction 🚨 Severe swelling may indicate worsening CKD—consult a doctor if it persists. 🔹 Why Does CKD Cause Swelling? ✅ 1. Fluid Retention 💧 ✅ 2. Sodium (Salt) Overload 🧂 ✅ 3. Low Albumin (Protein Loss) ⚖️ ✅ 4. High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) 🩸 ✅ 5. Heart & Circulation Issues ❤️ 🚨 If swelling … Read more
🔹 Introduction 🚨 Uncontrolled high phosphorus can lead to serious complications, including vascular calcification. 🔹 Why Is High Phosphorus Dangerous in CKD? ✅ 1. Weakens Bones (Renal Osteodystrophy) 🦴 ✅ 2. Causes Heart & Blood Vessel Calcification ❤️ ✅ 3. Increases Parathyroid Hormone (PTH) Levels 🛑 ✅ 4. Speeds Up Kidney Disease Progression 🚨 🚨 … Read more
🔹 Introduction 🚨 Magnesium intake should be balanced—too little or too much can affect kidney function. 🔹 How Magnesium Benefits Kidney Function ✅ 1. Lowers Blood Pressure (BP) 🩸 ✅ 2. Prevents Kidney Stones 🏥 ✅ 3. Reduces Inflammation & Oxidative Stress 🔥 ✅ 4. Balances Calcium & Phosphorus ⚖️ ✅ 5. Improves Insulin Sensitivity … Read more
🔹 Introduction 🚨 For CKD patients, maintaining proper sodium balance is essential to preserving kidney function. 🔹 How Sodium Intake Affects GFR ✅ 1. High Sodium Raises Blood Pressure (BP) 🩸 ✅ 2. Increases Kidney Filtration Stress 🏥 ✅ 3. Causes Glomerular Hyperfiltration ⚠️ ✅ 4. Promotes Proteinuria (Protein in Urine) 🛑 ✅ 5. Worsens … Read more
🔹 Introduction 🚨 Potassium imbalances can be dangerous—regular monitoring is essential. 🔹 Ideal Potassium Levels for CKD Patients Potassium Level (mEq/L) Meaning Action Needed 3.5 – 5.0 Normal Maintain a balanced diet 5.1 – 5.9 Mild Hyperkalemia Reduce high-potassium foods, increase hydration 6.0+ Severe Hyperkalemia Seek immediate medical attention Below 3.5 Hypokalemia Increase potassium intake … Read more