10 Signs Your Kidneys Are Crying For Help

[Music] 10 signs that your kidneys need help kidneys are our body's filters when they don't function well toxins will build up causing major issues sadly more than 37 million americans suffer from kidney disease and only 10 percent of the people living with chronic kidney disease know they have it this is partly because some of the earliest signs of kidney disease can be attributed to other conditions the most severe symptoms appear in the relatively advanced stages but a wise man once said that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure so in this video

we will cover 10 signs that your kidneys need help and nine ways to prevent any issues early on before we proceed please note that everything mentioned in this video is unbiased fact checked and reviewed by qualified health professionals with that said let's jump in and talk about 10 signs that your kidneys need help number one fatigue kidneys filter all the toxins in our body so when they're not functioning properly a lot of impurities can form in our blood this can make us feel tired weak dizzy and unable to focus moreover healthy kidneys produce erythropoietin which

is a hormone that contributes to the creation of red blood cells in the body red blood cells carry oxygen throughout our bodies the less red blood cells we have the more tired and fragile we will feel this is where anemia kicks in number two feeling cold even if it's warm in the room kidney disease can lead to anemia and anemia will make you get the chills even if all the other people in the room are feeling warm this is a sign of kidney disease that can very easily go unnoticed or simply be attributed to anemia

without checking the underlying cause so make sure you get your kidneys checked as well if you always get the chills in a warm room number three shortness of breath being short of breath is usually attributed to heart or lung diseases however breathlessness can also be caused by kidney disease the extra fluids and toxins in our body that our kidneys cannot filter can build up in the lungs causing shortness of breath moreover the low number of red blood cells and anemia can also starve your body of oxygen in some severe cases lying down can make you

feel like drowning this is when you have to go see a doctor immediately liking our video so far before we move on to the next food don't forget to hit the like button and subscribe to our channel so you never miss out on our new informative videos number four dry and itchy skin besides filtering the toxins in our body and helping create red blood cells our kidneys also help maintain the proper amount of bone minerals therefore dry and itchy skin can be a sign of failing kidneys that can no longer keep the mineral balance in

your body moreover the accumulation of toxins in our bloodstream can cause skin reactions of all sorts so don't ignore these signs number five swollen ankles feet or hands kidneys not working properly will cause a lot of fluid to build up in the body moreover when your kidneys are failing a lot of sodium will accumulate all these will lead to swollen legs ankles feet or hands however the swelling of the extremities can also be a sign of liver heart or chronic vein diseases this is why sometimes people ignore swollen feet or hands number six feeling puffy

around your eyes when your damaged kidneys let protein leak into the urine you can also experience a puffiness around your eyes and face so not only your feet ankles or hands will be swollen but also your face these symptoms can also signal other disorders as well so it's better to go to a doctor to see what the problem is number seven bad breath and metal taste people suffering from kidney disease may complain that food tastes like metal they might also have a foul breath at all times moreover people with this symptom might also have a

low appetite all these are caused by an accumulation of toxins in your blood called uremia bad breath can be followed by nausea and vomiting even thinking about food can make you sick don't wait too long at this stage you need to see a doctor number eight urination issues kidneys help us with our urine production frequent urination followed by pain or burning sensations is a problem moreover if you notice a decrease in the amount of urine that can also signal a kidney problem if you get up in the middle of the night to go pee often

that can also be a symptom of kidney failure so go see a doctor immediately number nine foamy or bloody urine blood in urine also known as hematuria can be a sign of kidney infections tumors or kidney stones or kidney failure when the kidneys are not functioning properly blood can get in the urine this will cause the urine to turn brown red or purple women might ignore these symptoms and associate it with a late period but it's not foamy urine is not good either discolored urine with bubbles or white foam can indicate a vast amount of

protein in the urine this foam looks much like the foam you see when making scrambled eggs as it is actually albumin the same protein found in eggs number 10 trouble sleeping when kidneys are failing they are not filtering properly so the toxins stay in your bloodstream wreaking all sorts of chaos in the body this will make it difficult to sleep and get proper rest it can also cause sleep apnea sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that causes you to stop and start breathing during sleep this can cause you to snore badly and in some cases

it can even be obstructive sleep apnea is very common in people suffering from chronic kidney disease now that we've gone through all the major signs of kidney disease let's look at nine ways to prevent kidney disease in the first place how to keep your kidneys healthy number one proper hydration as you might have guessed the first step to prevent kidney disease is to hydrate properly so drink between four and six glasses of water a day to help your kidneys function properly overdoing it won't help as studies have confirmed over hydration has no real benefit on

your kidneys number two be careful with medication non-steroidal and anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen and naproxen can damage your kidneys if you're overdoing them other types of medications such as proton pump inhibitors ppi taken for long periods of time can make you more prone to kidney disease so take medication in moderation and only when you absolutely need to number three stay active and fit regular exercise is key to a healthy life it is good for your waistline your heart your brain your lungs and your kidneys as well regular exercise helps you keep an optimal blood

pressure for healthy kidneys run cycle swim or go for a walk every day and you will reap the benefits in the long term there's no excuse for not staying active you've got time to exercise there are countless activities that you can easily add to your busy schedule do it for your kidneys for your happiness for yourself number four eat healthy foods studies have pointed out that kidney problems can be correlated with other medical conditions and triggered by high blood pressure diabetes or cardiovascular diseases all these afflictions usually appear in time caused by a poor diet

and lack of exercise so if you want to prevent kidney disease make sure you follow a healthy nutrition plan it's not boring it can be delicious and it's definitely good for your body after all food is the best medicine of all number five take antibiotics only when you need to antibiotics are another class of medications that can have serious effects on your kidneys they are strong drugs able to kick bacteria right out of your body however not without leaving some traces behind antibiotics have lots of toxins and your kidneys will go in overdrive mode to

try and cleanse these toxic effects if your kidneys are perfectly healthy antibiotics won't cause much of a problem however if you have problems with kidneys make sure you discuss with a doctor before you take penicillin sulfonamides or other such antibiotics number six keep your blood sugar in check people with high blood sugar levels or diabetes can also develop kidney problems this is because the sugar in the blood can damage the nephrons and blood vessels in the kidneys so they won't work as they should people suffering from diabetes have to be extra cautious when it comes

to their kidney health however if you can spot the damage early on by having regular checks at the doctor you can prevent additional damage number seven avoid using too many supplements as you have seen medication is not good for your kidneys neither are vitamins and other herbal extracts protein bars shakes and so on your kidneys might have to put in some extra effort to filter out the waste from these compounds so don't overdo it when it comes to these supplements or talk to your doctor first he might be able to read the ingredients in all

these supplements and let you know if there are any risks for your kidneys however as a general rule avoid ingesting too many supplements number eight avoid smoking and drinking too much it's no secret that smoking and heavy drinking can have serious effects on your body in the long term so try to quit smoking and limit the amount of alcohol you drink in general heavy drinking and smoking will raise your blood pressure levels and thus damage your kidneys in the long term high blood pressure will constrict the narrow blood vessels in your kidneys which in time

will weaken them number nine test your kidney function regularly if you're at risk if you are over 60 years old born with a low birth weight or have a family history of cardiovascular disease you should test your kidney function regularly it's the best way to prevent any further complications regular screening is also recommended for people with high blood pressure or a family history of such issues people dealing with obesity should also get a regular kidney screening better to prevent than to treat so take care of your body have an active lifestyle and keep your kidneys

in good condition they're crucial for your overall health watch out for any of the 10 signs that your kidney might need help presented above but more than that make sure you follow the nine ways of preventing kidney disease enjoyed this video hit the like button and subscribe to our channel for more informative videos like this one thanks for watching your wellness is our mission [Music] you