How to improve kidney?

Please do not ignore early signs like swollen feet or foam in your urine. I ignored these minor things for a year and now my kidney function has decreased significantly. Go to a hospital and get a proper kidney function test (KFT) done immediately.

If you want to protect your kidneys, the first step is to stop taking over-the-counter painkillers like combiflam or brufen like candy. They are highly nephrotoxic. Also, keep your blood pressure strictly monitored as hypertension is a leading cause of kidney damage.

It is so hard to say no to tasty Chinese food and salted french fries, but all that extra sodium is terrible for the kidneys. I've started swapping packaged potato chips with low-sodium roasted makhana to satisfy my crunchy cravings safely.

What really helped me keep my kidney parameters healthy was reducing processed foods that are loaded with sodium. I also make sure to drink at least 2.5 liters of water daily, especially during hot summer days.

As a diabetic, kidney health is my top priority. High blood sugar damages the delicate filters in the kidneys over time. I keep my HbA1c under strict control with a low-carb diet and regular medical checkups to prevent diabetic nephropathy.

A routine kidney function test and urine routine test only cost around 500 to 800 rupees in most local labs. It is much wiser to spend this small amount once a year for a preventive checkup rather than facing expensive hospital bills for kidney dialysis later.