Did You Know These Habits Are Damaging Your Kidneys?

Published on 03/15/2020
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Don’t Eat Too Much Shellfish

At times, seafood can have serious health benefits, but eating too much will start to hurt your kidneys over time. Research done in 2014 by the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology discovered that shellfish contain a harmful and possibly toxic chemical called domoic acid. It’s also named “Amnesic Shellfish Poisoning”. It can seriously hurt your kidneys. Even in small quantities, this acid can harm the kidneys. Eating a lot of seafood doesn’t have as many benefits as people might think. In fact, it’s a lot more harmful than people know.

Don't Eat Too Much Shellfish

Don’t Eat Too Much Shellfish

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Medical Photos Can Be Harmful

Even though most people typically don’t get MRIs too often, they can still be harmful to the kidneys. The dye used to contrast colors in the body can cause some problems. The side effect of these dyes is a new disease named “Contrast-Induced Nephropathy” (CIN). It causes kidneys to completely fail for up to three days. Fortunately, CIN is reversible, but all the same, it’s dangerous.

Medical Photos Can Be Harmful

Medical Photos Can Be Harmful

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