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OPTIMISM – IS YOUR BEST MEDICINE

OPTIMISM – IS YOUR BEST MEDICINE

Definitely, for all patients on dialysis, life have changed completely. The whole process of understanding the disease and this particular way of living is stressful and requires strong-mindedness and toughness of spirit. However, dialysis should not prevent you from enjoying the life and keeping you isolated by the hospital bed. As difficult as it may sound from time to time – Be positive and look to the future!

Be positive and focus your energy on activities that are enjoyable for you.

Travel – Take time to plan things. Do not stop dreaming of visiting new places – there are doctors and clinics everywhere that can meet your needs.

Eat Healthy – The more toxins you put into your body, the more waste you will produce. Following a healthy diet will ensure that you improve your health and help you prevent some common side effects of dialysis.

Meet friends – They will support you as you go through these changes of life and you will feel a lot of positive feedback and energy around you.

Take an active part in your life – Do not look at your life as a bystander. Take an active part in your treatment plan. Inform yourself about everything that interests you.

Love yourself – Accept yourself as the person you are. Take small steps – one day, one moment, believing that everything will be fine regardless of the circumstances.

Look at life positively – Focus your positive energy on finding a suitable hobby for you, take a pet or just spend more time with your loved ones. Enjoy each and every new day and do not feel sorry for yourself.

INTIMACY & DIALYSIS

 

НАЙ-ДОБРИТЕ ЛЕТНИ ПЛОДОВЕ И ЗЕЛЕНЧУЦИ ЗА ХРОНИЧНИ БЪБРЕЧНИ ЗАБОЛЯВАНИЯ И ПАЦИЕНТИ НА ДИАЛИЗА

THE BEST SUMMER FRUITS AND VEGETABLES FOR CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE AND PATIENTS ON DIALYSIS

Summer is the perfect time of the year when fresh fruits and vegetables are easily accessible. However, patients with chronic kidney disease and those on dialysis observe certain restrictions before eating their favorite fruits and vegetables. The reason for this is the high levels of potassium in various summer products. However, we will now present a list of suitable fruits and vegetables that meet the dialysis diet and are easily available in the summer.

Fruits

Blackberries – Blackberries are very good antioxidant. According to long-term research by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), blackberries rank second on the scale – “Oxygen Radical Absorption Capacity”

Blueberries – Blueberries reduce DNA damage which helps the protection against aging and cancer

Cherries – Cherries are rich in flavonoids – such as the important anthocyanins for immunity. They also contain quercetin – a strong anti-inflammatory substance that relieves joint pain and protects against eye diseases.

Grapes – Grapes are rich in vitamins – C, B and provitamin A, which strengthen the nervous system, blood vessels, bones, nails and have a beneficial effect on vision. Grapes are also rich in potassium which supports the heart muscle and exudes the excess fluid, so grapes and its juice are recommended for high blood pressure, heart attacks, atherosclerosis, arthritis, gout, kidney stones or gallstones.

Peaches – Helps to remove toxins from the body in patients with kidney disease, rheumatism, heart disease and improves the function of the bile, liver and intestines.

Plums – For the liver, kidneys and heart, plum juice is a great helper for discomfort. Prunes are also recommended when suffering from multiple sclerosis. Just a quarter cup of prunes is enough to provide approximately 16.9% of the required daily dose of beta-carotene.

Strawberries – Their healing properties successfully fight the symptoms of melancholy, against seizures, fever, inflammation, blood poisoning and kidney stones.

Vegetables

Carrots – The main merits of carrots are vitamins: carotene (provitamin A), vitamins B1, B2, PP, C. They also contain many enzymes, essential oils, minerals – potassium, sodium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, iodine, iron and trace elements manganese and copper.

Cauliflower – Cauliflower is rich in provitamin A, pantothenic and nicotinic acid, folic acid and vitamin K.

Cucumber – Regular consumption of cucumbers can prevent the formation of kidney stones.

Eggplant – a tasty and nutrient-rich vegetable

Lettuce – Lettuce is a green leafy vegetable that contains a lot of vitamin C, folic acid and is also rich in fiber and water.

Peppers – Peppers are an indispensable supplier of vitamin B and folic acid. They balance homocysteine, the high level of which can lead to heart attack and stroke.

Peas – Peas are low in fat and thus help maintain a healthy weight. In the amount of one cup can be found less than 100 calories, but at the same time a lot of protein, fiber and micronutrients.

Radishes – contain vitamin B, as well as certain amounts of vitamin C, which makes them a weapon against colds, viruses and flu.

VITAMIN D AND CHRONIC KIDNEY FAILURE

 

Специалист терапевт посети пациентите на Нефролайф

A COGNITIVE-BEHAVIORAL CONSULTANT AND THERAPIST VISITED THE PATIENTS OF NEPHROLIFE

On July 10th and 11th (Friday and Saturday) the patients of NefroLife Clinic had the opportunity to meet and talk with a cognitive-behavioral consultant and therapist Maria Djonova, specialist with rich experience with patients on dialysis.
She was available to all interested people who wished to share their thoughts, feelings and specific emotions caused by the process of dealing with the disease. Patients had the opportunity to talk about everything that worries them, about their difficult moments caused by their specific health condition, frustrations and stress, so typical nowadays.
The meeting was extremely useful and positive for all who took part.
NefroLife Clinic has always strived to be of maximum benefit to its patients, not only from medical point of view but also from an emotional one. We always prove our support and social responsibility to the society and the people from Burgas and the region. In this regard, we will focus our positive energy in organizing social activities and programs suitable for people on dialysis.

We will welcome anyone who needs an advice or a friendly conversation in a neutral environment to meet with highly qualified therapist.

Thank you, Maria for the faith and hope that you brought!

КОИ СА НАЙ-ДОБРИТЕ ХРАНИ ЗА ЗДРАВЕТО НА БЪБРЕЦИТЕ?

NATURAL SOURCES TO SUPPORT KIDNEY FUNCTION

Kidneys are pair of organs located on our back on either side of our spine, which are cleaning the blood and filter waste and extra water from our body. They balance certain elements in the blood such as sodium, potassium, calcium and also make the hormones that control blood pressure and red blood cells.

Chronic kidney disease, also called chronic kidney failure, describes the gradual loss of kidney function. The main factors associated with the development of kidney disease are diabetes and overweight. That is why a healthy diet plays a very important role in relieving this condition. The main treatment for renal dysfunction can be supported by natural remedies some of which are – Coenzyme Q10, Vitamin E, Vitamin B6, Juniper berries, Dandelion root.

It is thought that CoQ10 supplementation may offer some therapeutic potential in the treatment of patients with CKD, since CoQ10 has a key role in normal mitochondrial function, as well as having antioxidant and anti-inflammatory action.

Vitamin E – It has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and helps improve kidney function. Published studies have shown that taking 1,800 IU of vitamin E daily restores the kidneys’ ability to clear creatinine in diabetes.

Vitamin B6 – One of the important functions of vitamin B6, B12 and folic acid is to work together with iron to prevent anemia. Vitamin B6 is very important for the normal function of multiple organ systems and supports the kidneys by preventing the formation of dangerous glycation end products – AGEs. In the majority of patients with chronic renal failure and in patients during various forms of renal replacement therapy is observed vitamin B6 deficiency.

Juniper berries – Juniper is a powerful diuretic – a herb that increases the flow of urine, helping to cleanse the system of excess fluids and stimulating the kidneys. This causes the body to flush out uric acid and excess crystals that can cause many problems including gout, arthritis and kidney stones.

Dandelion root – Dandelion is both an herb and a valuable culinary plant, a natural biostimulator. Dandelion root is widely used to treat kidney and liver disorders, but can also be used for jaundice, anemia and acne, as well as soothing urinary tract irritation.

Garlic – Garlic is usually used to increase overall immune health and for its antioxidant properties. However, recent evidence has suggested that garlic could be used to promote overall kidney health due to its diuretic properties. It is believed that garlic has the potential to protect the kidneys from heavy metals, and other environmental poisons.

VITAMIN D AND CHRONIC KIDNEY FAILURE

 

ЧЕСТИТ ПЪРВИ РОЖДЕН ДЕН

HAPPY BIRTHDAY NEPHROLIFE!

A year full of emotions has passed. A year in which we had everything – difficult moments, but also a lot of success, joy, happiness and satisfaction. All this made us much stronger and more cohesive than ever.
We thank the dedicated team of NefroLife – all doctors, nurses, cleaning staff who greet patients every day with great desire, diligence and dedication!

Heart thanksgiving to all patients who have cooperated to organize our celebration and surprised us with personal cards and flowers. Thank you for being part of our family!
Be healthy and let’s celebrate our birthday together for many years to come!

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