Nine foods that naturally cleanse your kidneys

By newdawnngrFeb 02, 2019, 12:52 pm0

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Did you know that your kidneys are responsible for removing waste products from your body? If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, or hardening of the arteries, you may develop kidney disease, preventing your kidneys from doing the job they are supposed to.

Kidney disease is life-threatening, so wouldn’t you want to do everything you can to look after your kidneys and keep them clean? You can’t put a scrubbing brush to your internal organs, but you can try these nine foods. Pay attention to number three, it could save you from a lot of pain!

1. Leafy Greens

Your mom doesn’t go on about eating your leafy greens for no good reason; she obviously knows how beneficial they are for your kidneys!

Leafy greens are packed full of Vitamin C and K, along with fiber and folate. They also reduce your blood pressure, balance out your blood sugars, and reduce kidney stress. The best part is, there are many things you can do to make them attractive in your diet.

2. Cranberry Juice

Everyone knows that cranberry juice can be beneficial for urinary tract infections, but did you know it can also offer your kidneys a helping hand as well?

Drinking cranberry juice can cleanse your kidneys of one of the leading causes of kidney stones – calcium oxalate. However, it’s essential to choose organic or additive-free cranberry juice. The purer, the better. The upside is, cranberry juice is delicious as well as helpful!

3. Turmeric

Inflammation in your body can cause a range of conditions, with kidney disease being one of them. To cleanse your kidneys and give them a fighting chance, get your share of turmeric.

Turmeric contains curcumin which offers anti-inflammatory properties. It’s also beneficial for fighting kidney disease and those pesky stones. Add it to your rice, curries, stews, or even put it in a smoothie. Just make sure you don’t get it on your hands, as it stains!