World Kidney Day 2021: Significance, Theme And Expert Diet Tips
World Kidney Day 2021: Significance, Theme And Expert Diet Tips
World Kidney Day 2021: Here's all you need to know about the day, why it is important and diet tips to prevent kidney disease.
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It is a day to spread awareness about kidney disease
Here's all you need to know about kidney health
Kidney is a vital organ of the human body. The importance of proper kidney functioning for good health cannot be understated. A healthy kidney is significant for maintaining the proper balance of fluids in the body and helping excrete toxins and wastes. “Kidney is the main filtration unit of the body. A healthy kidney allows for most diseases to remain in check as it helps in detoxification,” says Ms Delnaaz T. Chanduwadia - Chief Dietitian, Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre. Kidney diseases are becoming increasingly common in the recent years. Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) affects one in 10 people worldwide and involves a progressive loss of kidney function over a prolonged period. There are currently 850 million people living with chronic kidney disease, with over two million receiving treatment with dialysis or transplant. World Kidney Day 2021 is being celebrated on 11th March with an aim to raise awareness about kidney health.