Stay Away From Tobacco Use
Not only does smoking increase your heart and lung disease risk, but it also has a negative impact on your kidneys. One study found that the chances of kidney disease progression are significantly higher if you are a former or current smoker. So, how exactly does smoking affect your kidneys? Well, smoking raises your heart rate and blood pressure and reduces your GFR flow. Yet, while your risk is still present as a former smoker, it is half that of people who continue to smoke. While quitting smoking may seem like an impossible challenge for many people, the rewards are certainly worth it.
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