World Kidney Day: Superfoods To Have

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World Kidney Day is celebrated on the second Thursday of every March. It is a day when people spread awareness about healthy kidneys. Kidneys detoxify the body and purifies blood. So, it is very important to have healthy kidneys. People who are suffering from diabetes are more prone to kidney damage. Even dehydration can damage the kidney or form kidney stones that can be really painful.

To promote healthy kidneys, there are many foods that you can include in your diet. To promote healthy kidneys, you must workout regularly, have healthy detoxifying foods, water-rich fruits and vegetables and so on. Avoid foods that are rich in sugar (especially if you are a diabetic). Even high blood pressure can damage your kidney, so monitor your blood sugar to normal ranges. When it comes to diet, there are many foods that qualify as kidney healthy foods, however, researchers and scientists have introduced superfoods that are not just good for kidneys but, for your overall health.

On World Kidney Day, take a look at the superfoods that you must include in your diet.

Garlic

Garlic is a superfood that has anti-oxidants and anti-clotting properties that reduces the chances of heart diseases. It reduces bad cholesterol levels and inflammation in the body.

Berries

Berries like strawberries, cranberries, raspberries and blueberries have kidney-friendly nutrients and anti-inflammatory properties that reduces inflammation and improves bladder functioning.

Red bell peppers

People with or without kidney diseases must include this superfood in their diet. Red bell peppers are low in potassium and rich in vitamins (A, C and B6), folic acid and fiber which keeps the kidneys healthy and also prevents certain types of cancer.

Sprouts

Raw sprouts are another superfood to include in healthy kidney diet. Sprouts cleanse the kidneys and reduces the chances of kidney stones.

Cabbage

Cabbage improves the kidney function and is most commonly used as a natural medicine to repair and nourish the kidneys.

Apples

Grapes, cherries and apples are healthy fruits that are good for detoxifying and cleansing the kidneys. You must have apples every day to the keep doctor away!

Olive oil

We all know that olive oil is one of the best oils that is good for the heart. Olive oil contains anti-inflammatory fatty acids that lowers oxidation and promotes healthy kidneys as well.

Onions

Onions is consumed to cure kidney stones naturally. It also detoxifies the kidneys and cleanses it.

Red grapes

This is a kidney-healthy food that you must have in your diet. Red grapes contain flavanoids which reduces chances of blood clot and oxidation. Red grapes lowers the chances of heart and kidney diseases.

Cherries

Cherries are rich in vitamins and low in proteins. So, cherries are recommended to reduce potassium levels in the body and promote healthy kidneys.

Egg whites

Egg whites are rich in amino acids and low in phosphorous. This makes it one of the superfoods that is healthy for the kidneys.

Fish

Fish contains Omega-3 fatty acids that reduces inflammation in the body thus protecting the kidneys from diseases. Salmon, rainbow trout, mackerel, herring and tuna are healthy types of fish that are good for the kidneys.