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The high incidence of kidney disease in China has become a major health hazard. People often wonder if tap water is the cause of the high incidence of kidney disease. However, according to my years of experience and research in traditional Chinese medicine, tap water is not the main cause of the high incidence of kidney disease, and there are the following 5 behaviors that really hurt the kidneys.
First of all, the intake of spicy foods often leads to the development of kidney disease. Spicy food is warm and irritating, which can easily lead to kidney dysfunction. When spicy food enters the body, it will cause the fire in the body to rise, which will cause the kidneys to be overburdened and slowly damage the kidney function. Therefore, TCM recommends that patients with kidney disease should avoid spicy food, especially for patients with chronic kidney disease, and should be treated with caution.
Secondly, long-term excessive alcohol consumption and smoking can also damage the kidneys. The harmful substances in alcohol and tobacco can directly affect the normal work of the kidneys and increase the burden on the kidneys. In addition, alcohol and tobacco can accelerate the aging of the kidneys, leading to functional failure, which can induce kidney disease. Therefore, quitting smoking and limiting alcohol is particularly important for the protection of the kidneys.
Thirdly, long-term unbalanced diet is also an important cause of kidney disease. Modern people's diet is biased towards meat and fat, and excessive intake of animal protein and fat will increase uric acid, urea nitrogen and other substances in the body, and the kidneys cannot discharge them in time, resulting in abnormal kidney function. Studies have shown that long-term high-fat, high-protein diets can lead to increased blood pressure, dyslipidemia, and induce the occurrence of kidney disease.
Fourth, long-term overwork and mental stress can also lead to kidney damage. Modern life is fast-paced, work is stressful, and many people stay up late for a long time to work overtime, resulting in the kidneys not being able to get enough rest and recovery. In addition, excessive stress can also lead to kidney dysfunction and even induce kidney disease. Therefore, TCM emphasizes the balance of work and rest and reminds people to maintain a good mindset and relax their minds, which is essential for the health of the kidneys.
Finally, long-term medication can also cause damage to the kidneys. For example, some antibiotics, diuretics, painkillers, etc. will have an impact on kidney function. Therefore, it is important to consult your doctor and use the medication as prescribed during the medication, especially if you are taking it for a long time, to avoid unnecessary kidney damage.
In summary, the high incidence of kidney disease is not necessarily related to tap water, but more related to personal lifestyle and behavioral Xi. Therefore, we should pay attention to our diet, avoid excessive alcohol consumption and smoking, eat a balanced diet, pay attention to rest and stress management, and use drugs rationally. These measures play an important role in preventing kidney disease and protecting kidney health.
Health References:
1.ZHANG Xin, LI Wei. Strategies for protecting kidney health[J].Chinese Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine,2007,25(2):112-115