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Kidney failure, which is also known as renal failure, ensues when kidneys can not filter waste and balance fluids in the body. The common perception is that kidney failure is just one disease but it’s not true at all. In this blog post we will be looking at types of kidney failures and the diseases… Continue reading Understanding the Types of Kidney Failure and Diseases

Chronic kidney disease, or CKD, can affect anyone at any age, irrespective of their gender. However, some individuals are more prone to CKD than others. Kidneys do not show any signs or symptoms of damage or discomfort at the initial stage. This leads to individuals suffering from CKD until the problem escalates. Here are a… Continue reading Vital Kidney Tests: World Kidney Day Insights

Naturally occurring carotenoid lycopene is the pigment that gives red and pink fruits and vegetables their characteristic color, including tomatoes, watermelons, and pink grapefruits. Being a potent antioxidant, it aids in shielding cells from harm brought on by free radicals. Lycopene isn’t transformed by the body into vitamin A, when compared to several other carotenoids.… Continue reading What Do We Know About Lycopene?

Winter is undoubtedly a fun season, but also challenging to maintain an active lifestyle, especially for one with kidney conditions. The cold weather makes everyone stay cosy in their room. However, it is equally essential to stay active and take care of your kidneys during this season. Regular exercise helps to improve circulation, reduce stress,… Continue reading Winter Exercises and Activities for Renal Health

Witnessing a loved one go through any hardship can be overwhelming and cause emotional turmoil. Often, individuals don’t want to consider such possibilities when their loved one is facing health issues or complications. The pain and disheartenment experienced by the families of dialysis patients are inexplicable; however, they often have the urge to put their… Continue reading Things families of dialysis patients must know!

Dialysis patients are at an increased risk of dental problems. Often, dental problems are neglected unless they become severe. There are some simple things that we can do to prevent these problems from occurring in the first place. A good oral hygiene routine is something even the healthy population often lacks. Further, cleaning habits coming down from… Continue reading A good oral hygiene routine for Dialysis Patients

Many dialysis patients lead a sedentary life. This lack of physical activity coupled with all the biochemical imbalances that kidney failure brings about results in several changes in the muscular and skeletal systems of the body. This results in difficulty in making some movements that otherwise healthy people make with ease. Trouble is we realize… Continue reading Muscle Stiffness in Dialysis Patients – Tips to Prevent and Overcome

-Dr. Apeksha Ekbote Ph.D, RD, CDE Chief Dietician, NephroPlus Bell Peppers, popularly known as capsicum or sweet peppers, are used in multicusines worldwide. They are known as Shimla Mirch in Hindi, Kuda Milagai in Tamil, Pedda Mirappa in Telugu, Parangi Mulagu in Malayalam, Bhopli Mirchi in Marathi, Simla Marchan in Gujarati, Simla Mirch in Bengali,… Continue reading AMAZING BENEFITS OF BELL PEPPERS