Rahul Dixit Rahul Dixit Asked 9 months ago

What is not good for kidney?

My doctor told me to take care of my kidneys because of my blood pressure. I want to make sure I'm avoiding things that could harm them. What foods or habits are not good for kidneys?

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Arjun Khanna Arjun Khanna Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago
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High sodium and excessive processed foods are definitely not good for kidneys. Overuse of painkillers, inadequate water intake, and uncontrolled conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes also severely impact kidney health. Basically, avoid anything that puts undue stress on them or causes chronic inflammation.

Rajesh Sharma Rajesh Sharma Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

For kidney health, ji, managing diabetes is paramount. High blood sugar is very damaging. Also, too much salt, processed foods, and certain painkillers are big no-nos. We must be very careful with our diet and follow the doctor's instructions for medications to protect our kidneys. It is crucial.

Pooja Mehta Pooja Mehta Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

I'm always worried about my kidneys, it feels like everything can harm them! But I hear excess salt, not enough water, and some over-the-counter medicines are really bad. Does anyone else feel like it's a constant struggle to eat right for kidney health? I worry if I'm doing enough.

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Shanta Devi Shanta Devi Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

From a holistic perspective, anything that creates imbalance in the body can harm the kidneys. Excessive salt, too much processed food, insufficient water intake, and holding urine for too long are not good. Practicing gentle yoga and pranayama helps cleanse and balance the body, supporting all organ functions. Consult a doctor for any specific concerns.

Suresh Patil Suresh Patil Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Kidney problems can be very expensive to treat, so preventing them is key. Too much salt, sugary drinks, and painkillers without doctor's advice are really bad. Not drinking enough water is also a common mistake that doesn't cost anything to fix! Better to drink plain water than spend on costly treatments later.

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