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Count the Salt. Protect the Kidney. Salt may look harmless, but too much salt increases blood pressure, causes swelling and makes your kidneys work harder. Cutting down salt is one of the simplest...

Myth: Everyone should drink 5 liters of water daily. Common myths Fact: Too much water can be harmful, especially in kidney disease and heart failure. Myth: More water cleanses the kidneys. Fact:...

Every day, your kidneys filter nearly 180 liters of blood. The best way to support this remarkable organ is surprisingly simple—drink enough water. How much water do you need? How Much Water Do You...

VERY HIGH POTASSIUM FOODS Very high potassium foods (Avoid or strictly limit IF your potassium is high) Fruits Banana Mango Jackfruit Custard apple Pomegranate Orange Litchi Coconut water Vegetables...

Home blood pressure monitoring is one of the best ways to know your true blood pressure. In fact, home readings are often more reliable than a single reading taken in the hospital because you are...

One of the most common questions I hear is, “Doctor, my blood pressure is 135/85. Is that good or bad?” The answer is It depends on your medical condition. Blood Pressure Targets There is no single...

Calcium Oxalate Stones (Most Common) Eat More Calcium Oxalate Stones (Most Common) Plenty of water Lemon or lime water Normal dietary calcium Fruits and vegetables Low-salt meals Limit Spinach...

Calcium oxalate stones are the most common type of kidney stone. Limit foods that are very high in oxalate, such as: Foods to limit Spinach (Pasalai Keerai) Beetroot Nuts (large amounts) Dark...

Most kidney stones do not happen overnight. They develop slowly over months or years. Most stones can be prevented with the right diet, enough water, and a few simple lifestyle changes. How can kidney...