Learn How to Care for Your Kidney This National Kidney Month

Your kidney has important functions in your body, like maintaining your overall fluid balance, regulating and filtering minerals from your blood, and more. That is why you must know how to keep it healthy and functioning as well.

As providers of home care in Virginia, we share with you our knowledge on how you can keep a healthier kidney even in your golden years:

  • Have Healthy Blood Sugar Levels
    This is probably what your physician has constantly repeated during your routine visits; however, you must keep it in mind as having high blood sugar levels not only affects your kidney but your overall physical health as well. Hence, make sure to have a healthy diet and continue the maintenance medication your doctor prescribed.

    If you are having a hard time remembering to take your medications, you can seek the help of a home health aide.

  • Stay Active and Exercise

    Of course, if you do plan to engage in any physical activity, make sure to consult your physician first. It is best that you have an exercise regimen that is best suited for your condition.

    Should you need assistance, we have caregivers who provide personal and companion care in Fairfax, Loudoun, or Prince William counties (or McLean, Alexandria, or Arlington) in Northern Virginia

  • Be More Careful of the Amount of OTC Medications You Take

    It is important that if your condition gets worse, you do not simply rely on over-the-counter medications, you get professional help. Too much OTC pain medication can cause severe kidney damage.

Should you need extra assistance or need help with your overall physical well-being for that matter, feel free get help from our caregivers at Mint Home Care.