An inadequate lifestyle directly impacts various areas of people’s health. For this reason, this 1March 0 marks World Kidney Day. The objective is to raise awareness about the importance of this body in our body.
The commemoration does not have a fixed date, since it is customary to celebrate the second Thursday of March since 2006 and the The theme for this year is “Kidney health for all”.
The kidneys have a vital function in our body, since they are in charge of filter excess fluid from the blood, as well as other waste that is generated internally. Therefore, when they stop functioning optimally, they can lead to a major health problem.
However, this world kidney day It is important to highlight that simple actions are enough to prevent a serious situation. Practically, what is required is to drink enough water every day.
Benefits of good hydration
This will help people in two ways: They will stay well hydrated. This will prevent kidney stones from starting, which are not only annoying and painful, they can also lead to other more complex health situations, according to a Forbes Life review.
“Dehydration is a common cause of kidney stones. Making simple lifestyle changes, such as drinking more fluids, especially water, can help prevent them,” specialists at Houston Methodist Hospital said in a statement.
Other problems caused by not hydrating properly can be related to heat injury to muscles, For this reason, you should drink enough fluids when you are doing intense physical activity, because the body perspires a lot.
In the framework of World Kidney Day You should make sure you are drinking enough water. As a general rule, specialists recommend two liters a day. However, it is best to consult a health specialist, as this can change if you are someone who exercises a lot or if you live in very hot places.