🔹 Introduction 🔹 How Fast Does GFR Decline in CKD? CKD Stage GFR (mL/min) Average Annual GFR Decline Stage 1 90+ (Normal) Minimal or no decline if managed well Stage 2 60-89 1-2 mL/min per year Stage 3A 45-59 2-4 mL/min per year Stage 3B 30-44 4-6 mL/min per year Stage 4 15-29 5-10 mL/min … Read more
🔹 Introduction 🔹 How Water Affects GFR ✅ Mild dehydration can temporarily lower GFR by reducing blood flow to the kidneys.✅ Proper hydration helps maintain a stable GFR by ensuring smooth blood circulation.✅ Drinking enough water helps flush out toxins and prevents kidney stone formation.🚫 Drinking excessive water does not “increase” GFR permanently and can … Read more
Introduction Gout is a form of arthritis caused by high uric acid levels, leading to painful joint inflammation. But did you know that uric acid also affects kidney function? The kidneys are responsible for filtering uric acid out of the blood. When they don’t work properly, both uric acid and creatinine levels can rise, signaling … Read more
🔹 Introduction 🚨 Always consult a doctor before using herbs, especially if you have CKD or are on medications. 🔹 1. Punarnava (Boerhavia Diffusa) 🌿 ✅ Diuretic effect – flushes excess fluids & toxins.✅ Reduces creatinine & urea levels naturally.✅ Improves kidney filtration & prevents fluid retention (edema).💡 How to use:✔ Drink Punarnava tea or … Read more
🔹 Introduction 🔹 1. Control Blood Pressure & Blood Sugar 🩸 ✅ High BP & diabetes are the top causes of kidney decline.✅ Keeping them stable reduces kidney stress and prevents further damage. 💡 Best Practices:✔ BP Goal: Keep below 120/80 mmHg.✔ Fasting Blood Sugar: Keep below 100 mg/dL.✔ Eat a low-sodium, low-sugar diet.✔ Exercise … Read more
🔹 What Does a GFR of 50 Mean? 🔹 What Causes GFR 50? ✔ High blood pressure (Hypertension) – Damages kidney blood vessels.✔ Diabetes – Excess sugar injures kidney filtration.✔ Dehydration – Can temporarily lower GFR.✔ High protein intake – Increases kidney workload.✔ NSAID overuse – Painkillers like ibuprofen harm kidneys. 🚨 A sudden drop … Read more