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When the kidneys cry out for attention

Chills, chills, burning or cutting when you urinate - signs of inflammation that you won't miss. But tired kidneys? Those are much more subtle. Kidney fatigue is easily lost in our general fatigue. When we don't give our bodies enough fluids, our sides start to ache. But we often blame it on sports, yard work or sitting for long periods of time.

How a healthy kidney works

The kidney is a complex filtration system with perfectly divided functions. Imagine a double-curved pipe like under a sink. The Henle's loop produces concentrated urine, which is filtered further until what remains is a fluid made up mostly of water, urea and sodium chloride. Each section has precise instructions, excrete this, retain this. Not a drop of sugar or protein comes out of a healthy kidney.

When the kidneys and pressure don't work together.

High blood pressure and reduced kidney function are closely related. The pressure organs "feel" not only the heart, but also the kidneys. And like old pipes in the house, if the boiler puts too much pressure on the system, damage can occur over time. Unfortunately, many people only come to the doctor when the organ is already failing. Not infrequently, there are patients who end up on dialysis without any previous significant problems.

How natural mineral therapy can help

In Marianske Lazne, natural mineral carbonic treatment is used - water and dry baths with CO₂. This is absorbed through the surface of the body and helps to dilate blood vessels, including the smallest capillaries. It's like starting with the finest branches of a gnarled tree, working your way up to the larger ones. The wider the pipe, the lower the pressure. It works the same way in humans, and the effect benefits not only the kidneys but the heart as well. Hypotonic mineral springs in Marianske Lazne are recommended for:

• Acute and chronic inflammation of the kidneys
• Cysts
• Kidney stones and sand
• Reduced kidney function
• Diseases of the urinary bladder
• Prostate problems (from chronic inflammation to post-operative conditions)
• Stress incontinence

How to protect the kidneys

1. Follow a drinking regime - drink 1.5-2.5 litres of fluid daily, more in summer. Plain water is the base, you can supplement with teas and mineral water.
2. Avoid colds - cold feet often irritate the urinary tract and this can be the first step to inflammation.