For high-risk groups
For people at high risk of diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, gout, etc., two simple tests are recommended:
Urine test: A simple urine routine test can detect whether your urine contains protein, and the protein in your urine indicates that you may have kidney and kidney disease.
Blood test: A simple blood test that can estimate your GFR (glomerular filtration rate). Glomerular filtration rate is the best way to distinguish kidney function.
To the general public
Bottom line: prevention is the best treatment.
1. Less salt and less sugar, a balanced diet, quit smoking and alcohol, and get enough sleep
The average daily salt intake per person should not exceed 5 grams. In addition, food monosodium glutamate, chicken essence, soy sauce, sauce and other condiments with more sodium, as well as pickles, pickles, kimchi and other foods should also be eaten less. Guarantee 7 to 8 hours of sleep per night.
2. Drink plenty of water and don't hold back urine
Drink at least 1500 to 1700 ml of water per day. Enough water allows the kidneys to keep working properly, eliminate harmful metabolic substances in time, and maintain good health.
Another suggestion is not to hold urine, because holding urine can easily lead to upward reflux of urine, and urinary tract infections also have an impact on the kidneys.
3. Maintain an Ideal Weight (BMI)
The ideal weight range actually varies from person to person, but the approximate standard is a BMI of 18.5 to 24.0. It is recommended that you maintain a 30-minute workout at least 5 times a week.
4. Use medicine with caution and standardize medication
Be sure to take the medicine according to the doctor's instructions, and remember not to add or change the medicine without authorization.
Acknowledgements: This article was professionally reviewed by Xu Deyu, deputy chief physician of the Department of Nephrology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University
Curator: Deanna | Executive Producer: Feidi
Illustration: Jade Flower | Cover image source: Jade Flower
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