The tristate has been under heat advisory warnings for much of the summer. These warnings are issued when temperatures and humidity levels are dangerously high. When it’s hotter and harder to breathe outside, your body is at risk for heat illness. Here are a few things you should know about heat illness and how to stay safe this summer.
Kidney stones are a moderately common problem in the United States, especially during the summer months. As temperatures rise, many aren’t replenishing their bodies with water they need. At the Nephrology Associates of Greater Cincinnati, we hope you never have to experience a kidney stone, but if you do, here are a few things you can expect.
According to the American Heart Association, the average child between the age of 2 and 19 eats more than 3,100mg of sodium per day – 800 more mg than the recommended amount! A high-sodium diet puts kids at risk of high blood pressure and obesity, leading to an increased risk of developing kidney disease.
Some of the biggest sodium sources in their diets are pizza, cured meats, sandwiches, packaged snacks, and processed chicken products like nuggets, patties, and tenders. Sending your child to school with a healthy packed lunch is one great way to give them access to tasty, kidney-friendly alternatives. Consider adding these foods to their bags:
Summer – time for firing up the grill, relaxing by the pool, and exploring our local parks. But warm weather can also bring an unwelcome visitor: kidney stones. Nephrologists often see an uptick in kidney stone related appointments during the hottest months of the year. Here are a few things to keep in mind to have an enjoyable, kidney-stone-free summer.
The Nephrology Associates of Greater Cincinnati are pleased to welcome Dr. Priyeshkumar Patel to our care team! Dr. Patel brings more than 15 years of experience in comprehensive patient care. He is looking forward to building his practice in the greater Cincinnati area.
The Nephrology Associates of Greater Cincinnati is pleased to announce that two of our nephrologists have been included in the Cincinnati Magazine Top Doctors 2020 list. Dr. Arshdeep Tindni and Dr. Vishesh Puri were selected by their peers as the nephrologists other doctors would turn to for care.
As a loved one to someone with chronic kidney disease, you may feel inspired to consider kidney donation. This type of donation is called living organ donation. CKD patients who receive a living kidney transplant tend to live longer and healthier lives than those on dialysis. There are benefits for the donor, too. You may feel good about significantly improving another person’s life, and even learn more about your own health through the donor assessment process.
Staying healthy as we grow older can be tricky; there are so many new challenges that come with aging, including health and mobility issues that can affect everything from lifestyle to housing. It can be difficult to find a comfortable medium when it comes to exercise and diet. Many seniors find that a lack of exercise keeps them from being able to enjoy the things they love most, while too much activity puts a strain on joints and muscles. However, there are many things you can do to make sure your mind and body are both in great shape well into your post-retirement years—after all, doing so is important for your overall well-being.
Keeping your safety a priority is extremely important. When creating a plan for your physical wellness, it’s crucial to make sure you think about how your mobility will be affected because falls are one of the major causes of injury for seniors in the U.S. For instance, walking is a great way to get in a workout, but it’s better to choose a well-paved path at the park over uneven sidewalks in the neighborhood.
Here are a few of the best tips on how to maintain your health and well-being as a senior.
As a patient with kidney disease, keeping your blood pressure in check is more important now than ever. Uncontrolled high blood pressure can have significant life-altering consequences.
Maybe it began with a dull ache in your lower abdomen. Or severe pain below your ribs that comes and goes in waves. Regardless, thinking you might have a kidney stone is stressful! But, there a few things you can do to take stock of your symptoms and determine what proactive steps to take to minimize discomfort.
A kidney stone is a buildup of minerals that forms in the kidneys or urinary tract. Commonly consisting of calcium, oxalate, cysteine, or phosphate, kidney stones vary in size from nearly undetectable to as large as a golf ball.
