Check Up On Your Blood Pressure Levels
Blood pressure is nicknamed “the silent killer” for a valid reason- it shows no symptoms when something isn’t right. The American Heart Association says that everyone should get their blood pressure checked at least every two years; any longer can put you at risk for kidney disease, as high blood pressure is extremely harmful to the blood vessels inside of your kidneys. If your blood vessels fail, your kidneys will also fail at regulating your blood pressure. Once this happens, your blood pressure can rise very quickly, which is not safe.
You Don’t Need So Much Coffee
Drinking a cup of coffee each day is not harmful, but having several cups each day is. Caffeine drastically increases blood pressure levels quickly, which can hurt your kidneys when taken in too high of quantities. Research has not confirmed how much coffee is too much coffee, but be aware of these effects. Research done at the National Kidney Foundation recommends sticking to less than four cups of coffee per day; on top of this, make sure to be careful of coffee additives, like cream or flavored syrup, as these are high in sugars and fats.