What Is Renal Failure?
10. Keeping the Renal System Healthy
There are steps that one can take to help stave off the development of renal failure. Take all medicine for other conditions as prescribed by a doctor. Note that some over-the-counter pain medication, such as acetaminophen and ibuprofen, may cause kidney damage if taken too long or in high doses. Monitoring potassium levels and taking calcium supplements to help the kidneys balance potassium may keep the renal system working.
An active lifestyle and a healthy diet can do much for the body, and the renal system is undoubtedly one beneficiary of this. Eat sensibly and make sure to get a decent amount of activity in daily. Steer clear of large amounts of alcohol, as the chemicals within it can place strain on the kidneys.
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