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Your kidneys provide vital service to your body — they filter
waste from your blood and send it to your bladder. They
also regulate blood pressure, manage water re-absorption,
control the acidity in the body, and balance electrolyte
levels. Considering their importance, eating a diet to
promote kidney health could be one of the best things you
can do. The following seven foods will support your
kidneys and make their job easier.
Foods to Support Kidney Function
1. Cherries
These tasty little fruits help reduce redness and swelling
and contain a healthy amount of vitamin C as well as
vitamin K, folate, vitamin B6, magnesium, and citrate.
The tarter the cherry, the higher the level of citrate.
Citrate reduces uric acid in the blood stream which can
lead to gout and arthritis. Those who eat cherries have
been found to have lower uric acid levels and a lower risk
of gout attacks.
2. Cranberries
Cranberries also offer high levels of vitamin C and
manganese. Women have traditionally used it to fight off
UTIs. Recent research has found pure cranberry juice
(not the sugary stuff) diluted in water reduced urinary
levels of oxalate and phosphate which reduce the formation
of kidney stones.
3. Cinnamon
Cinnamon is known for its ability to help regulate glucose
levels. This can help the body manage glucose better and
offer protection from blood sugar disorders. Excess glucose
that results from diabetes can cause damage to the kidneys.
Another study confirmed that cinnamon can be used as a
supplement without concern for increased oxalate risk.
4. Kidney Beans
The shape and name of these beans may suggest which
organ benefits most from its healing potential. Kidney beans
are known for as an effective home remedy for kidney
stones. In ancient times, the pods served as medicinal tonic.
To reduce kidney stone pain, remove the beans from the
pods and in a slow cooker, boil the pods in purified water
for 6 hours. Once finished, strain the liquid and let it cool
before drinking. Drink throughout the day.
5. Olive Oil
Like fish, olive oil provides a healthy serving of nutrient
dense, unsaturated fats. Olive oil is also the basis for the
‘Mediterranean Diet.’ A recent study found individuals
suffering from chronic kidney disease who adopted this diet
experienced improvements in both symptoms and survival.
The active components in olives improve the life of those
suffering from chronic kidney disease and will certainly
provide kidney support to those looking to maintain kidney
health.
6. Onions (and garlic!)
Both onions and garlic contain quercitin. Quercitin is a
powerful flavonoid associated with antioxidant benefits and
potency against redness and irritation. Research has found
quercitin helps provide a protection against kidney damage
for smokers. For non-smokers, the bonus protection
provided by quercitin combined with improved fat
metabolism helps protect the body’s filters.
If you enjoy these foods regularly, know that you’re doing
your kidneys a favor. If you’re looking for ways to
improve kidney function, adding these foods to your diet can
help!
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