World Kidney Day, March 14th 2013
Kidneys
filter about
180L
of blood
every day

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10%
of people
in western
countries are
concerned

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Kidneys

are vital organs...

Kidneys are vital organs of the body, which enable us to keep in good health. However, most people ignore the essential functions of the kidney. Healthy diets and drinking habits as well as healthy lifestyle are key steps to protect your kidneys. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) in particular is recognised as a major and growing global healthcare problem, affecting 10% to 16% of the general population worldwide. This is due to a number of factors including exposure to conditions such as hypertension and diabetes, which are the two major causes of CKD.
This website, created by Danone Research, guides visitors through the complex but vital functions of kidneys, explains why and how to keep kidneys healthy, and presents what happens when kidneys are at risk.
Official partner of World Kidney Day, Danone Research, the Danone R&D community, is keen to raise public awareness on kidney health. This action is fully aligned with the company’s mission, which is to bring health through food to as many people as possible.

News

  • (Image miniature) What do kidneys do?
    What do kidneys do?
    The kidneys are vital organs: although we can live with just one kidney, life is not possible with no kidney. Their major roles are: Maintaining blood composition and volume Eliminating wastes from the blood [...]
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  • (Image miniature) Chronic Kidney Diseases
    Chronic Kidney Diseases
    Prevalence of Chronic kidney Diseases worldwide. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a long-term condition in which the kidneys do not function normally. The two main causes of chronic kidney disease are diabetes and high blood pressure, which are responsible for up to two-thirds of the cases. Obesity and smoking are also associated with development of CKD. Therefore preventative treatments are based on the adoption of healthy lifestyle [...]
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  • (Image miniature) Keep your Kidneys amazing !!
    Keep your Kidneys amazing !!
    > Learn more about World Kidney Day, on the Hydration 4 Health website Keep moving! Being overweight raises your blood pressure, which is bad for your kidneys. Try to maintain a healthy body weight by keeping active and following a healthy diet. Your body mass index (BMI) is a useful measure of if you're within a healthy weight range. Aim for at least 30 minutes of exercise, such as walking, biking, four to [...]
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10 reasons
to take care of
your kidneys
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Amazing
 kidneys facts
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