Your kidneys work 24/7 to strain toxins, balance fluids, and maintain your body healthy. But without even knowing it, you could be putting them under serious stress every single day. Here are 8 silent things that could be wrecking your kidneys — and how to stop them before permanent damage is done.

Too Much Protein

Protein is crucial to a healthy diet. But if your kidneys don’t act normally, consuming too much of it can overload them. Visit with your doctor. You may need to consume small portions of different types of protein. Eggs, fish, beans, and nuts are all good sources.