Watch Out! These Everyday Habits May Be Sneakily Damaging Your Kidneys

9. Stick to Your Prescription

We get it—you're feeling better, and the idea of taking another pill might not be that appealing. But stopping your medication, even for just a day, can be risky, especially when it comes to blood pressure and pain medications. Taking these sporadically can put extra strain on your kidneys. Some medications might even trigger a "rebound" effect, leading to a second heart attack or kidney failure.

Your kidneys thrive on consistency. If you mess with your prescribed routine, your whole system can get out of whack. Before making any changes to your medications, talk to your doctor. Certain antibiotics, for example, could be a serious threat to kidney health.