The health of our kidneys is closely related to our overall health, so how can you tell if your kidneys are healthy?In fact, there will be some obvious manifestations in the body, as long as you pay attention to observation, you can detect kidney problems in time.
Mr. Yang, 45 years old, found that he had foamy urine a month, his legs were swollen, and his calf was pinched into a pit, which did not subside for a long time. He was a little uneasy and hurried to the hospital, where he was finally diagnosed: nephrotic syndrome. The doctor said that Mr. Wang's cases are not uncommon.
Chronic kidney disease is known as the "silent killer" because, in the early stages, it may have no obvious clinical symptoms. Abnormalities such as the presence of protein in the urine, an increase in blood pressure, and the presence of edema are usually only detected during laboratory tests.
Of the 6 manifestations of good kidneys, how many do you account for?
Wake up early without puffiness
Healthy people generally don't have puffiness when they wake up in the morning. When the excretory function of the kidneys is severely reduced, it can lead to the retention of sodium and water in the body, which can lead to edema, usually in the form of puffiness of the eyelids, both lower limbs, or fluid accumulation in the chest and abdomen.
These symptoms are in stark contrast to healthy people who wake up in the morning without puffiness.
2.Energetic and not easily fatigued
The kidneys are the source of vitality of the human body, and if the kidney qi is sufficient, it can stimulate the vitality and endurance of the human body, so that people are full of energy and are not easy to feel tired and sleepy.
On the contrary, if the kidney qi is insufficient, it will lead to the decline of various functions of the human body, manifested as weakness of the limbs, backache and weakness of the legs, easy fatigue, and even impotence, ** and other sexual dysfunctions.
3.The urine is clear and odorless
Urine is the main excretion of the kidneys, and it reflects how well the kidneys are working. Normal urine should be pale yellow or colorless, clear and transparent, odorless, with a urine volume of 1000-2000 ml per day and 0-2 urination times per night.
If the urine is cloudy, foamy, dark, hematuria, too much or too little urine, urinary frequency, urgency, painful urination and other abnormalities, it means that the kidneys may have inflammation, stones, infections, tumors and other problems, and you need to seek medical attention in time.
4.The hair is jet black and does not fall out easily
Hair is the outward manifestation of the kidneys, and the kidneys and hair are closely linked. The kidneys can secrete melanin, promote hair growth and color, and if the kidney essence is sufficient, it can make the hair black and thick, shiny, not easy to fall out and gray hair.
On the contrary, if the kidney essence is insufficient, it will lead to dry hair, thinning, graying, and even premature baldness, which is a manifestation of kidney deficiency.
5.**Moisturized, not easy to get hot
The main water of the kidneys can regulate the water metabolism in the body and maintain the best water and elasticity. Healthy kidneys can make ** moist and smooth, ruddy and shiny, and not prone to dryness, wrinkles, pigmentation, acne and other problems.
On the contrary, if the kidney function is not good, it will lead to imbalance of water metabolism, so that ** loses water and nutrients, becomes dull, rough, easy to dry and hot, and easy to catch fire.
6.Normal blood pressure
The kidneys play an important role in regulating blood pressure. When kidney function is impaired, it can lead to an abnormal increase in blood pressure. High blood pressure can further aggravate kidney damage, creating a vicious circle.
How to take care of your kidneys?
If your kidneys are doing well, congratulations, your kidneys are healthy and need to keep up. If your kidneys are not performing well, then don't panic, adjust your Xi in time, and pay attention to kidney protection.
Here are some details of daily life to protect kidneys, I hope it will help you.
1.Drink more water and eat less salt. Water is the best cleanser for the kidneys, and drinking plenty of water can promote the detoxification function of the kidneys and prevent the formation of kidney stones. The daily water intake should be.
At 1500 to 2000 ml, do not wait until you are thirsty to drink water, drink water evenly at different times. At the same time, it is necessary to control salt intake, too much salt will increase the burden on the kidneys, causing edema, high blood pressure and other problems. Do not exceed 6 grams of salt per day, and try to eat less high-salt foods such as pickles, pickles, and condiments.
2.Do not hold urine, urinate regularly. Holding urine is a taboo for hurting the kidneys, which will cause urine to remain in the bladder, breed bacteria, cause urinary tract infections, and even lead to serious consequences such as hydronephrosis and pyelonephritis.
Therefore, to develop the Xi of regular urination, generally every 2-4 hours to urinate, do not wait until the urgency to go to the toilet, do not force the urge to urinate, to empty the bladder in time.
3.Don't smoke and drink less. Tobacco and alcohol are the enemies of the kidneys, and smoking can reduce blood flow to the kidneys, affect the function of the kidneys, and even increase the risk of kidney cancer. Drinking alcohol stimulates the kidneys, increases the metabolic burden on the kidneys, and leads to kidney damage, nephritis, nephrosclerosis and other problems. Therefore, it is necessary to quit smoking and limit alcohol to protect the health of the kidneys.
4.Don't take medicine indiscriminately, take less medicine. Drugs are a double-edged sword, excessive or unreasonable consumption of drugs can cause damage to the kidneys, causing problems such as drug-induced nephropathy, kidney failure, etc.
In particular, some antibiotics, antipyretic analgesics, traditional Chinese medicine, etc., should be used rationally under the guidance of a doctor, do not eat indiscriminately, and do not take it for a long time.
5.Don't stay up late, rest more. Staying up late is a major factor in kidney damage, staying up late will disrupt the body's biological clock, affect the normal work of the kidneys, lead to kidney qi loss, kidney yin and yang imbalance, dark circles, eye bags, backache, dry mouth and other symptoms.
Therefore, it is necessary to maintain good sleep Xi, ensure 7-8 hours of adequate sleep every day, do not stay up late or overwork, and give the kidneys enough rest and recovery time.
6.Don't overdo it, exercise properly. Exercise is an important way to maintain good health, proper exercise can promote blood circulation, enhance the function of the kidneys, and prevent kidney disease.
However, excessive exercise can deplete kidney qi, damage the kidneys, and cause problems such as kidney bleeding, proteinuria, and kidney failure. Therefore, according to your physical condition, choose the right way of exercise, such as walking, jogging, tai chi, yoga, etc., exercise for 30 to 60 minutes a day, not too strenuous and not too much.
The above are some details of daily life to protect the kidneys, I hope it will help you. The kidneys are important organs of the human body, we should pay attention to the health of the kidneys, pay more attention to the performance of the body, find and improve the kidney problems in time, and keep the kidneys in good condition.
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