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10 simple recommendations for kidney health

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FIRST: Consume at least 6-8 glasses of fluid per day. Give up caffeine. You should not drink liquid in large quantities at a time, as this greatly overloads the kidneys (depending on the physiological characteristics and with already known kidney diseases, the norm may be changed). Too much caffeine leads to dehydration. This causes thirst, which causes a person to take in an excessive amount of fluid, which causes an increased load on the kidneys. SECOND: Empty your bladder in a timely manner. Excess fluid and waste is fraught with infection THIRD: Vitamin D is necessary for the proper functioning of the kidneys. Spend at least 15 minutes a day outdoors in the sun, but avoid peak solar activity FOUR: Control your blood sugar levels. Excess sugar (like salt) retains water in the body, which can cause high blood pressure, metabolic disorders and other problems. FIFTH: Moderate physical activity is an excellent prevention of diseases of the kidneys and other organs. Walk, do morning exer

How does deficiency of Kidney Jing manifest itself?

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Doctor, at the last procedure, you told me that I have kidney failure, and my therapist friend said that I don’t have any kidney failure .... This is true! I was talking about Kidney Void. Kidneys in Western medicine are not equal to Kidneys in Chinese medicine. And with the Emptiness of the Kidneys, the organs of the kidney can be and very often are healthy. Speaking very briefly, if there is an Emptiness of the Kidneys, then this is manifested by rapid aging, various diseases, and flabbiness. Diagnose the emptiness of the kidneys can be on the following symptoms. Symptoms of empty kidneys: memory loss, forgetfulness, inability to concentrate; pain, discomfort, weakness in the lower back; pain and swelling of the knees and heels; decreased libido or vice versa increased sexual desire; impotence, premature ejaculation; frequent night awakening; female and male infertility, decrease in sperm volume, low AMH; a feeling of cold in general and in the lower back, knees, weakness in the legs

List of foods useful for the kidneys

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What foods should be included in the daily diet to support the normal functioning of the kidneys? The kidneys are a natural filter of the body, with insufficient functioning of which great health problems begin. For the prevention of kidney disease, it is important to observe the correct drinking regimen and add foods to the diet that support and facilitate their work. Kidneys and their value This paired organ cleanses the blood, removes toxins from the body. Set for complex cleansing of the body Every day it filters about 180 liters of blood, so it is important to follow the rules of nutrition to make it easier for the filter to work: the diet should be varied, since any mono-diet negatively affects the kidneys and their functioning . Influential foods should be used sparingly.be sure to drink at least 2 liters of pure water per day; limit the consumption of coffee, carbonated drinks, and strong tea 。 In addition to the following common foods, you can also supplement kidney nutrient p

Covid-19 damages male reproductive function and lowers fertility: HKU

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Covid-19 infection could impair men’s reproductive function, animal tests conducted at the University of Hong Kong show. Researchers at the Department of Microbiology have found that the Covid-19 virus can cause degeneration of testicular tissue in hamsters. Hamsters infected with the coronavirus developed chronic asymmetric testicular atrophy — decrease in size and weight of the testicles. Reduced sperm count, inflammation, haemorrhage, and necrosis of the sperm cell-producing seminiferous tubules were also observed in the infected hamsters. Omicron and Delta variants were found to induce similar effects. “It is important to be aware of possible hypogonadism (low sex drive) and subfertility,” said Chair of Infectious Diseases Professor Kwok-yung Yuen, who led the research effort. “Covid-19 vaccination can prevent this complication.” Previous studies have reported testicular pain in Covid-19 patients. An autopsy study of human males who died from Covid-19 showed inflammation and cell d

How to reduce your salt intake

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Recently, doctors and nutritionists have increasingly raised the topic of reducing salt intake. What is the harm to the body of overly fond of salty food, and why is it so important to maintain a balanced daily salt intake? Whether we monitor our diets, or rely entirely on the "call of the body," modern humans consume too much salt. Table salt or table salt is sodium chloride (NaCl), which can be found in many foods. You should know that excessive salt intake can cause stomach and kidney problems and increase the risk of heart disease. Let's try to give a few examples of the positive effects on the body if you reduce your salt intake. Reduces morning puffiness The unpleasant edema occurs due to the property of salt to retain water in the body. Increased salt intake can lead to excess fluid buildup in the tissues of the hands, feet, and face. An obvious way to keep your face looking youthful and beautiful in the morning, rather than puffy and puffy, is to avoid salty foods

How to nourish the kidney

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Life is stressful now, many people have symptoms such as kidney deficiency, and some of them will endanger our lives. How to nourish the kidneys and nourish the kidneys, we can start from the aspects of diet, exercise, sleep, and soak the feet in warm water every day to nourish the kidneys an. IT is have a direct effect for your kidney. Kidneys are our most important organs. When we find that there is a problem, it will directly affect our health. We should do a good job of nourishing the kidney. So how to nourish the kidney is our concern. Let's come together. Find out. The measures for tonifying the kidney and nourishing the kidney include the following aspects: 1. In terms of diet, the diet should be nutritionally balanced and light. The light diet should be based on the cooking techniques and the amount of salt. The cooking techniques or methods should be mainly steamed, boiled, and stewed, and less fried, Barbecue and spicy food, do not consume too much salt, because salt will

boosting black rice porridge for your kidney

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In traditional Chinese medicine, black-coloured foods are traditionally believed to strengthen the kidneys. Kickstart your day with this black rice porridge, which is sweet, nourishing and delightfully aromatic Ingredients ·¾ cup black rice  400ml milk (your choice of coconut, dairy, soy, almond or oat milk) 300ml water ½ tsp cardamom powder ½ tsp vanilla essence 100g sweet white miso paste 1 tbsp honey To serve: Coconut yoghurt Mango Prunes Black sesame seeds Instructions 1. Place rice, milk, water, cardamom powder and vanilla essence into a medium saucepan, stir, and bring to a boil. 2. Reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. 3. Stir in miso and honey, and place porridge into serving bowls. 4. Top with mango, prunes and black sesame seeds, eat while warm.

Kidney-nourishing black bean and quinoa stew

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This hearty vegetarian stew is both delicious and healthy. Plus, it's packed with foods and spices traditionally used to nourish the all-important kidney energy in traditional Chinese medicine. Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 brown onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, crushed 1 tbsp cacao powder 2 tsp cumin powder ½ tsp cayenne pepper 1 tsp coriander powder ½ tsp cinnamon powder 1 large sweet potato, cubed 1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed 400g can black beans, strained and rinsed 2 x 400g cans diced tomatoes 2 tbsp tomato paste 2 cups vegetable broth/stock 1 tsp tamari Salt + pepper to taste Coriander + lime to garnish Instructions 1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot on medium heat, then add the onions and cook until translucent. 2. Add the garlic and cook until tender, ensuring not to burn it. 3. Add cacao, cumin, cayenne, coriander and cinnamon and stir continuously for 30 seconds or until fragrant. 4. Add sweet potato and quinoa and stir well. 5. Add the broth, diced tom

goji berry! Everything you need to know about this deliciously sour superfood

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Goji berries are gaining popularity as a superfood - but they’re so much more than that! They’ve also been used therapeutically for more than 2000 years in traditional Chinese medicine. What are goji berries? Goji berries are grown commonly in the northwest regions of China, Tibet and some other parts of Asia. Also known as Gou Qi or wolfberry, goji berries grow on two related plants whose botanical names are Lycium chinense and Lycium barbarum. They belong to the Solanaceae or nightshade family of plants, which also includes tomatoes, eggplants, chilli, capsicum and potatoes. Picked fresh and then dried, goji berries are traditionally consumed as part of the diet in China, added to soups, herbal teas, wine and juice and are also used medicinally in herbal tinctures that are consumed for their health-giving benefits. Why are goji berries a ‘superfood’? A superfood is any nutrient dense food that provides health benefits. Goji berries are famous for being a great source of antioxidants

Seven Ways to Boost Your Libido Naturally

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Libido is your sex-drive or your feeling of sexual desire. It varies from person to person and can alter throughout your adult lifetime. Although low libido is not necessarily a problem, for some, it can negatively affect relationships with romantic partners and overall quality of life. Learning about what alters your sex-drive and how you can naturally give it a boost is a positive way to take charge of your libido for the better.  CAUSES FOR DECREASE IN LIBIDO Sex-drive often decreases as we age due to hormone levels naturally lowering. Reduced testosterone levels in men, and estrogen levels in women, can be one of the major causes of reduced libido. Both men and women experience changes in sex drive. However, libido can also be affected by several other factors.  Causes of low sex-drive can include: l   Hormone imbalance: low testosterone or estrogen levels can cause reduced libido. These hormones naturally lower as we age, and estrogen levels can drop sig nificantly when a

HOW TO INCREASE MALE LIBIDO? 10 TIPS TO INCREASE YOUR LIBIDO!

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Low sex drive is a common issue with men, especially as you get older. It is not uncommon to feel less like having sex, or, for your erections to come and go quickly. Sometimes, you will not have as firm an erection has before, and that might be due to a low libido or sex drive. This can be frustrating if you’re in a relationship with someone and want to have sex frequently with that person. There are many ways to increase male libido naturally or with medicine or therapy. Libido, or sex drive, starts in the brain and works its way out through the genitals. Because of that, a lot that goes into increasing male libido is about taking care of the whole body – mind and all. Here are ten things you can to do effectively increase male libido and enjoy a healthier sex life and keep it that way. #1 – TAKE SUPPLEMENTS The first tip on how to increase male libido is to take supplements known for increasing libido and stimulating it. One such supplement is made from natural plant extracts. Vario