Abdi İbrahim Otsuka Medical Directorate pointed out that a healthy diet is important for kidney health; “To protect kidney health, some precautions should be taken, especially consuming plenty of fluids. Because if the water lost in the kidneys is not replaced, dangerous situations may occur.” said.
1. Drink plenty of water
In order to maintain the healthy circulation of the blood in the body and to prevent low blood pressure, the kidneys retain water, so the urine becomes more concentrated. For this reason, it is vital to replace fluid loss in cases when we are dehydrated. It is important to increase water consumption to protect kidney health in summer. It is recommended to consume about 1 liter more than the water you drink during the winter months. You can drink 2.5-3 liters of water a day, especially in hot weather.
2. Reduce salt intake
Salt is one of the nutrients that negatively affect kidney health. Very salty diet can lead to high blood pressure, edema and therefore kidney disease in the future. Excessive salt consumption creates a negative condition for both the kidneys and the heart. During the summer months, it is necessary to stay away from oily fries and heavy meals. Instead, fruits and vegetables with plenty of water should be preferred.
3. Choose foods high in water
It is important to maintain kidney health that the meals are light, fruit and vegetable-based. Consuming the fruit itself, not the juice, is also important to balance the sugar. Especially water-rich fruits such as watermelon and peach, lemon and broccoli can be consumed frequently. When choosing carbohydrates, choose those with a low glycemic index such as brown bread, bulgur, whole wheat pasta, oatmeal instead of foods with a high glycemic index such as white bread, rice, pasta, potatoes, which increase blood sugar rapidly.
4. Exercise for the health of your kidneys
Regular exercise is important for kidney health in the long run. You can protect your cardiovascular health with the activities you will do. This, in turn, has a positive effect on your kidney health in the long run. You can regularly choose exercises such as walking, jogging, cycling. With regular activities, you can prevent or reduce the damage that diseases such as diabetes and hypertension can cause in the kidneys.
5. Do not smoke and alcohol
Do not smoke. Particular attention should be paid to alcohol consumption during the summer months. If you drink alcohol, increase the amount of water you drink.