How kidney health is interlinked with hydration: Seven myths debunked
6 days, 14 hours ago

How kidney health is interlinked with hydration: Seven myths debunked

India Today  

Drinking enough water and staying well hydrated are some of the most crucial factors for kidney health and preventing kidney stones. Dr Yajvender Pratap Singh Rana, director, urology, uro-oncology, andrology and kidney transplant, at BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, explains why drinking water is not the only way to maintain healthy kidneys. Myth 3: Kidney illness can be prevented or cured by drinking a lot of water Fact: Drinking too much water won’t treat kidney disease even though it’s crucial for kidney health and prevention of stones. Myth 5: If you have renal illness, avoid intake Fact: Depending on the stage of illness, people with kidney disease may need to modify their fluid consumption.

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The Independent  

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Hindustan Times  

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NPR  

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