Facial Warning Signs of Kidney Problems

Experts explain what facial changes can signal and how to support kidney health. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ 
August 29, 2026

Happy Weekend!

Today, we’ll cover facial warning signs that could signal kidney problems, and why high cholesterol can persist even after significant weight loss.

Enjoy!

Chrisy Trudeau
Chrisy Trudeau
Managing Editor
Facial Warning Signs of Kidney Problems
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Side Hops
The side hop exercise—also known as the lateral hop—is a simple but vigorous exercise to perform after you’ve warmed up with the earlier exercises. This exercise has cardiovascular benefits and is great for balance.

Step 1: Start by standing with your feet about shoulder-width apart, arms at your sides, and elbows bent so your hands are loosely fisted in front of your chest.

Step 2: Imagine there is an invisible line between your feet. Start hopping with both feet at the same time, about a foot to the left and right of the imaginary line.

Step 3: Hop for two minutes per set, and try to perform three sets.

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Tips for Success for Older Adults
° Start with small, gentle hops to reduce impact on your joints.
° Keep your knees soft and slightly bent to absorb the movement.
° Engage your core and look forward to help maintain balance.
° Land softly on the balls of your feet and avoid locking your knees.
° Use a wall or sturdy chair nearby for support until you feel steady.
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