Filtering the blood, maintaining the balance between fluids, salts, minerals, regulating blood pressure, etc.
Healthy kidneys mean no build-up of wastes in the body. This results in a healthy body.
Kidneys filter waste via multiple processes through tiny filters, also known as nephrons.
Kidney pain can be caused by renal diseases such as renal stones, renal cancer, glomerulonephritis, nephrosis, etc. Treating kidney pain usually involves the use of antibiotics, Ayurvedic herbs, warm compresses, surgical intervention, etc.
Consume a diet low on spices, moderate the consumption of animal-based protein, avoid smoking and drinking, manage stress well, hydrate yourself well, etc.
Urination issues, flank pain, nausea, swelling and puffiness under the eyes, edema in the legs and ankles, etc.
CKD is a medical condition where your renal function has been on a downward spiral for at least six months or more. Blood tests, urine tests, ultrasound, kidney biopsy, etc. are used to diagnose the disease.
Diabetes and high blood pressure
High blood sugar level in the body damages blood vessels inside the kidneys, leading to reduced functioning of the kidneys and other complications.
Yes, high blood pressure can result in the stiffening of the blood vessels that lead to the kidneys. This reduces the overall performance of the kidneys, resulting in damaged renal tissues.
Low-potassium foods, high-fiber food items, berries, low-fat milk, root veggies, green leafy veggies, tofu, cheese (unsalted), bell peppers, etc.
Yes, adequately hydrating yourself helps our kidneys flush out the toxins effectively, leading to healthy kidneys.
At least 8-10 glasses of water. Apart from this, fluids such as juices, coconut water, herbal teas, etc. are also helpful for keeping the kidneys in pink health.
Yes, Yoga poses like Bhujangasana (Cobra pose), Dhanurasana (Bow pose), and Pranayama (breathing exercises) can help strengthen overall renal functions by managing stress and improving blood flow towards the kidneys.
Yes, herbal remedies improve kidney functions by supporting the overall functioning of the kidneys.
Dehydration, a diet high in salt and protein, specific medicines, etc. are some of the biggest causes of kidney stones.
You will experience a dull flank pain, in case of small stones. When the kidney stone reaches a significant size, the pain can be unbearable.
Treatment options include allopathic medicines, Ayurveda, homeopathy, surgical intervention, etc.
A big yes. Consuming less animal protein, keeping yourself well-hydrated, eating less salt, avoiding high oxalate foods, etc. are some of the diet habits that may help prevent renal stones.
Yes, if your parents had kidney stones, your chances of developing kidney stones also increase significantly.
Dialysis is a medical procedure to filter wastes from the body via a machine called a dialyzer. It is recommended when the GFR levels have dropped to dangerously low levels (15 or lower).
Hemodialysis and Peritoneal dialysis are two major types of dialysis.
Depends on the severity of the symptoms of the patient. The average life expectancy ranges from 5-10 years.
Yes, however, a lot depends on the specific type of kidney disease that the patient is suffering from. For example, CKD at early stages can easily be treated with Ayurveda.
Eat a balanced diet, hydrate yourself adequately, avoid extremely spicy food, moderate the consumption of animal protein, take protein supplements post consulting with your healthcare provider, manage the stress well, etc.
A kidney transplant entails multiple stages such as the evaluation of the disease, availability of the donor, potential health risks, etc.
In most cases, a transplant patient has a one-year survival rate of 95%. This rate drops to 90% when one talks about a longer period, i.e. 3-5 years survival rate.
Yes, however, people with one kidney are at higher risk of developing renal issues such as UTIs, fatigue, high blood pressure, etc.
If you have End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), then you are a candidate for a kidney transplant.
Eat a balanced diet, drink enough water, get enough sleep, avoid stress, avoid taking animal-based protein, do low-impact exercises like mild jogging, and swimming, maintain good personal hygiene, etc.
Ayurveda offers a thoroughly natural and potent treatment for renal disorders. Ayurvedic herbs like Punarnava, Gokshur, etc. have shown excellent results in curing renal diseases. Additionally, Ayurveda also offers dietary and lifestyle changes for an overall improvement of the health of renal patients.
Punarnava
Gokshura
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It all depends on the stage of kidney failure. Ayurveda provides excellent results in the early stages; however, Ayurveda can only delay the progression of the disease once kidney failure reaches the end stage.
Natural treatment is non-invasive, has very few side effects, and above all, focuses on treating the root causes of the disease. This allows a thorough treatment of the disease that also boosts the overall health of the patient.
The treatment offered at Karma Ayurveda steadfastly adheres to the age-old Ayurvedic practices. The hospital boasts a well-qualified staff and a state-of-the-art infrastructure to help you get the most potent treatment possible for your renal disorders. Plus, the hospital also offers healing services such as Panchakarma, massage therapies, potli therapy, etc. so that you get a holistic treatment for your renal disorders.
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