The kidney forms part of the excreatory system
Cells make up
organs, organs make systems, systems run
the body
The kidneys are a pair
of bean shaped organs, and each is about the size of a fist. They are located
on either side of the back, protected inside of the lower part of the rib cage.
They help filter blood and remove waste from the body. The kidney is an
organ and forms part of the excretory
system
The body is
wonderfully and fearfully made Psalm 139.
If we take
care of it can remain healthy for a lifetime if we do not we can end up with kidney
disease
Kidney disease is when the kidney stop functioning as it should.
Causes could include.
chronic Diabetes
Hypertension,
Heart disease
Trauma,
Consumption of chemicals.
Exposure to environment toxins
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Factors
that can increase your risk of chronic kidney disease include:
· Smoking.
· Obesity.
· Being Black, Native American or Asian American.
· Family history of kidney disease.
· Abnormal kidney structure.
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Signs and symptoms of chronic kidney disease
develop over time.
If
kidney damage progresses slowly. Loss of kidney function can cause a buildup of
fluid, body waste or electrolyte problems. Depending on how severe it is, loss
of kidney function can cause death
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If you have hypertension heart
disease, or diabetes you should always be on high alert
What are the first 3 possible early
warning signs of kidney disease?
· Dizziness and Fatigue. ...
· Swelling in the extremities
(Edema)
.
· Changes in urination( frequency and colour}
Other signals that the kidneys could be compromised
include:
· weight loss and poor appetite.
· swollen ankles, feet or hands – (as a result of water retention)
(oedema)
· shortness of breath.
· Tiredness. fatigue and weakness
· blood in your (urine)
· an increased need to urinate particularly at night.
· difficulty sleeping (insomnia)
· itchy skin.
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Nausea
·
Vomiting
·
Decreased mental sharpness.
·
Muscle cramps
·
Dry, skin
·
High blood pressure that's
difficult to control.
·
Shortness of breath, if fluid
builds up in the lungs.
·
Chest pain, if fluid builds up
around the lining of the heart.
·
Dark coloured urine
NB.
Do not self-diagnose because
Signs and symptoms of kidney disease are often
nonspecific. This means they can also be caused by other
illnesses too. So it is best to check your
Medical doctor.
Because your kidneys are able to make up for lost
function, you might not develop signs and symptoms
until irreversible damage has occurred.
Healthy urine should be pale yellow
however it can be darker if you are dehydratef
When your kidneys are failing, a high concentration and
accumulation of substances lead to brown, red, or purple urine. Studies
suggest the urine color is due to abnormal protein or sugar as well as high
numbers of cellular casts and red and white blood cells.
Medical treatment includes hypertension
and diabetes medication, dialysis or a kidney transplant.
When to see a doctor?
Make an appointment with your doctor if you
have signs or symptoms of kidney disease. Early detection might help prevent
kidney disease from progressing to kidney failure.
If you have a medical condition that increases
your risk of kidney disease, your doctor may monitor your blood pressure and
kidney function with urine and blood tests during office visits.
What foods help repair kidneys?
8
Superfoods for People with Kidney Disease
· Red Peppers. Also low in potassium but high in flavonoids
· Cauliflower. (High in vitamin C, folate and fiber, cauliflower
helps your body fight off toxins). .
· Blueberries. ...
· Egg Whites. ...
· Garlic. ...
· Fish. ...
· Red Grapes. ...
· Olive Oil.
· Do not forget water, it hydrates and washes out waste
What
can I do to keep my kidneys healthy?
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Apply the 8 health
laws N.E.W.S.T.A. R.T
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Make
healthy food choices. ...
·
Make
physical activity part of your routine. ...
·
Aim
for a healthy weight. ...
·
Get
enough sleep. ...
·
Stop
smoking. ...
·
Limit
alcohol intake
·
Drink
enough water.
·
Explore
stress-reducing activities.
·
Manage
diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease.
·
Detoxify
the body at reasonable intervals using foods. Fasting or herbs
Herbs that may bee helpful
in detoxifying the Kidneys
·
Ginger.
Ginger has antioxidant properties which are beneficial for kidney function. ...
·
Turmeric.
Turmeric is rich in antiseptic properties and is used to treat many diseases.
...
·
Dandelion.
Dandelion leaves is the best diuretics. ...
·
Nettle.
...
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Parsley.
...
·
Marshmallow
Root. ...
·
Punarnava
·
cranberries
·
Red
Clover
·
Beets
root juice (small quantities))
Here are some foods
you should limit or avoid when
on a renal diet.
· Dark-colored soda, harbor additives that
contain high phosphorus sodium, and potassium . ..
· Avocados. ...
· Canned foods. ...
· Whole wheat bread
· Processed meats.
· Dried fruits
· Brown rice. ...
· Bananas. ...
· Dairy. .,
· Salted foods ( sodium chloride)
· Oranges and orange juice
· Pickles
contain sodium and vinegar)
· Potatoes Irish and sweet
High quantity of spinach and Swiss chard
HERBS TO BE VERY CAUSIOUS ABOUTT WHEN EXERIENCE KIDNEY DISEASE
Herbs that may be harmful in chronic kidney disease
Alfalfa
Buckthorn
Ginger
Nettle
Vervain
Aloe
Capsicum
Ginseng
Noni juice
Bayberry
Cascara
Horsetail
Panax
Blue Cohosh
Coltsfoot
Licorice
Rhubard
Broom
Dandelion
Mate
Sen
Herbs known to be unsafe for all people and must be used with caution and the direction withn experiebal herbal practiobeer
Chapparal
Pennyroyal
Comfrey
Pokeroot
Ephedra (Ma Huang)
Sassafras
Lobelia
Senna
Mandrake
Yohimbe
Take away.
1. Bottom
line If you have hypertension, Diabetes, Heart disease you must- monitor
them effectively to prevent kidney failure
2. Avoid foods with high
potassium. Coconut water is high in potassium. (Coconut water washing heart and kidneys is not always so.}
3. Drink enough plain water
to make your urine light yellow
4. Reduce or avoid
preserved or processed food, (meats, fish, dried, fruits, canned foods, sodas. and excessive leafy greens.
5. Flush your kidney (celery marshmallow, and dandelion are ok to use) 1 tsp to cup of spring water
. Monitor the amount of protein intake they
lead to an overload of uric acid, which may encourage kidney stones
7 if you are not very sure how to administer a herb for kidney disease leave it alone the best
8.Prevention is better than cure cure
9 Follow God’s 8 Health
laws
Whatever you do never Leave God OUT of the picture.
In 3rd John:2-5 We are told that God wants us to prosper and be
in health and as our souls prosper we testify of truth.
What is truth?
God is truth.?
God’s word is truth,
