Have you ever seen someone who had a healthy childhood, but later their kidneys deteriorated until they started dialysis? Usually, it doesn't happen suddenly – it's their daily habits that slowly damage their kidneys.
Here are the major causes of kidney disease:
1. Too much salt – Salt increases blood pressure, forcing the kidneys to overwork until they become exhausted.
2. Not drinking enough water – If you don't drink enough water, toxins accumulate in the body, making it difficult for the kidneys to filter them out, leading to strain.
3. Excessive use of painkillers – Paracetamol, ibuprofen, and diclofenac, when used without medical advice, can damage the kidneys.
4. Alcohol and cigarette use – Both damage the kidneys' blood vessels.
5. Unmanaged diabetes and high blood pressure – These are the leading causes of gradual kidney damage.
6. Lack of exercise and obesity – They increase the risk of conditions that damage the kidneys.
7. Ingesting poison or harmful chemicals – Unverified traditional medicines often contain chemicals that can destroy the kidneys.