Kidney Association of Belize

A walk toward Prevention with the Kidney Association. To view the full interview, click the link below:

https://www.youtube.com/live/_ptVAFrvkQ8?si=B-L_SWfDNSdvM0ke

Thanks to all those persons who were took part in the Kidney Annual Walk.

Our annual T-shirt sale is here 💚
Support kidney health and walk with us!

You can place your orders via WhatsApp at 616-0512 or through email at [email protected].

Thank you to the persons who supported the Haulover 16K run which was organized by Mr. Che from the Tribe Fitness Club.

🎄✨ Season’s Greetings from the Kidney Association of Belize ✨🎄

Please note our Christmas closure dates:
Closed: December 19, 2025
Reopening: January 6, 2026

We wish you and your loved ones a joyful, peaceful, and healthy holiday season✨✨

Kidney stones can cause unbearable pain — but the good news is, most stones are preventable with simple daily habits. Here are 7 natural and doctor-approved ways to lower your risk 👇

💧 1. Drink enough water (but don’t overdrink)

Staying hydrated prevents crystal formation. Aim for small sips all day.

🍋 2. Add lemon to your water

Citrate in lemons prevents stone formation naturally.

🧂 3. Reduce salt intake

High sodium increases calcium stones. Avoid pickles, chips, junk food.

🥤 4. Avoid cola & dark sodas

They contain phosphorus — a stone-causing ingredient.

🥛 5. Limit dairy & calcium supplements (only if advised)

Too much calcium can trigger stones in prone individuals.

🥦 6. Eat more veggies & fiber

They lower calcium absorption and improve kidney filtration.

🚶 7. Stay active

Movement prevents minerals from settling into crystals.

💚 Small lifestyle changes now can save you from stone pain later.

Your kidneys heal the most while you sleep.

During deep rest, your blood pressure drops, hormones rebalance, and damaged kidney cells get a chance to repair. Poor or late-night sleep keeps your kidneys working nonstop — increasing stress and toxin buildup.

💤 Here’s how proper sleep helps your kidneys:

Repairs kidney filters and blood vessels.

Reduces cortisol and stress hormones.

Balances body fluids naturally.

Improves sugar control and BP.

✅ Tips for Kidney Patients to Sleep Better:

Sleep before 11 PM for deeper rest.

Avoid caffeine or fluids 2 hrs before bed.

Keep your phone away from the bed.

Play calming sounds or deep-breath music.

💚 Rest deeply tonight — your kidneys need it more than you think.

In the early stages of disease, a person may not experience any symptoms. As CKD progresses, it may cause common symptoms like:

•Swollen ankles and feet
•Fatigue and tiredness
•Difficulty Concentrating
•Decreased appetite
•Foamy urine
•Shortness of breath
•Feeling nauseated
•Blood in urine

Treatment can control symptoms and keep the kidneys functioning. Most people treat their disease with a healthy lifestyle, stabilizing underlying conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and high .

A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT OF THE BELIZE DIABETES ASSOCIATION – on World DIABETES DAY – NOVEMBER 14, 2025