Early signs of kidney damage It is
important to recognize the early signs that your kidneys may be having problems:
A metallic taste in the mouth
Itching all over the body
Smelly, ammonia-like breath
The 7 warning signs of toxic
kidneys Here are the most common signs that your kidneys may be toxic:
1. Edema
The accumulation of fluid in the legs or under the eyes, also called edema, in which a pit can form when pressure is applied to the skin of the lower leg.
2. Uremic
frost Deposits of urea crystals on the skin, mainly on the scalp or forehead.
3. High blood pressure
High blood pressure can be an indicator of toxic kidneys, as damage to the kidney filter leads to increased blood pressure.
4. Exhaustion
Excess urea in the blood can lead to extreme fatigue.
5. Excess protein in the urine
The presence of a lot of protein in the urine indicates damage to the kidneys.
6. Acidic
urine Highly acidic urine may indicate an inability of the kidneys to balance the pH level in the body.
7. Vitamin D deficiency:
The kidneys play a fundamental role in converting vitamin D into its active form. A deficiency can therefore indicate kidney problems.
The main causes of kidney damage
Several factors can damage the kidneys:
Diabetes: High glucose levels act like steel wool and damage the filters in the kidneys.
Hypertension: High pressure in the kidneys causes significant damage.
Polycystic kidney disease: A genetic disorder that causes cysts in the kidneys.
Glomerulonephritis: Inflammation of the small kidney filters, often due to diabetes.
Foods
Beneficial for Kidney Health: To support kidney health, it’s important to eat the right foods:
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