How to Keep Your Kidneys Healthy?

Expert Guidance from Dr Mohan Keshavamurthy 

Principal Director, Fortis Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru. 

Your kidneys work around the clock to filter waste, regulate blood pressure, balance fluids, and maintain essential minerals in the body. Yet kidney health is often ignored—until symptoms appear. 

According to Dr Mohan Keshavamurthy, prevention, early screening, and simple lifestyle modifications can significantly reduce the risk of chronic kidney disease and kidney stones. 

Why Kidney Health Matters 

Healthy kidneys: 

When kidney function declines, waste products accumulate in the body, leading to serious complications. The concern is that kidney disease often develops silently in its early stages. 

Key Recommendations for Kidney Health 

1. Stay Well Hydrated 

Adequate water intake is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect your kidneys. 

Proper hydration: 

Dr Keshavamurthy advises maintaining consistent hydration, especially in warm climates like Bangalore. 

2. Control Blood Pressure and Diabetes 

High blood pressure and diabetes are the leading causes of chronic kidney disease. 

If you are diabetic or hypertensive: 

Uncontrolled levels can silently damage kidney blood vessels over time. 

3. Get the Urine Micro Albumin Test 

One of Dr Keshavamurthy’s key recommendations is asking for a “Urine for Micro Albumin” test. 

This test: 

Early detection can significantly slow—or even prevent—further deterioration. 

Maintaining a healthy weight reduces pressure on the kidneys and supports overall metabolic health. 

7. Stay Physically Active 

Regular exercise helps: 

Activities such as walking, yoga, or moderate workouts for at least 30 minutes daily are highly beneficial. 

8. Avoid Smoking 

Smoking reduces blood flow to the kidneys and accelerates kidney damage in high-risk individuals. 

9. Watch for Warning Signs 

Consult a doctor if you notice: 

Do not ignore early symptoms.  

Who Is at Higher Risk? 

You should be especially vigilant if you: 

Routine screening can make a life-changing difference. 

The Importance of Early Detection 

“Kidney disease is often silent in its early stages. Timely screening and lifestyle modification are our strongest tools to prevent progression,” says Dr Mohan Keshavamurthy. 

Early diagnosis—especially through tests like the Urine Micro Albumin test—can significantly slow or prevent further deterioration. 

Expert Kidney Care at Fortis Bannerghatta Road 

At Fortis Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore, patients have access to advanced diagnostics, preventive screening programs, and comprehensive urology care under experienced specialists.