India, Oct. 18 -- Mornings set the tone for your entire day, but some seemingly harmless habits could be quietly harming your kidneys. From what you drink to how you start your routine, small choices matter. Dr Venkat Subramaniam, a transplant and robotic urologist based in Chennai, shares in his October 17 Instagram post 5 common morning habits that can damage your kidneys and how to avoid them. (Also read: Fortis gastronologist says 'sweets are more harmful than you think'; shares the right way to eat them this Diwali )

"After an overnight fast, your body and kidneys are mildly dehydrated and craving water. Start your day with at least a glass of water instead of reaching for coffee or tea," says Dr Venkat.

"After holding your urine o...