The kidneys are important organs for the body due to their function of filtering, reabsorbing the substances that the body can take advantage of and eliminating the harmful ones through urine, as explained by the Saber Vivir portal.
Another important function of the kidneys is that produce hormones to regulate blood pressure and “control the number of red blood cells”, indicates the aforementioned website, in addition, the health of these organs is also linked to the heart, for this reason when some affectations occur, this can be reflected in cardiovascular disorders.
In the portal two pharma They emphasize that the kidneys are responsible for purifying and detoxifying the body. “To eliminate toxins through urine, the kidneys filter all blood up to 50 times every day.”
Specialists recommend being very careful with your diet to maintain good kidney health. As mentioned earlier, the kidneys and the heart are closely linked, therefore it is essential to control cholesterol, which is one of the “major cardiovascular risk factors,” says Know how to live.
A tip they do in Know how to live is that you should “reduce foods rich in saturated fats (red meat, full-fat dairy…)” in the diet, in addition, you should increase the consumption of unsaturated fats such as oily fish, nuts. “Remember, too, that extra virgin olive oil raises good cholesterol (HDL)”. indicate the aforementioned website.
It is important to understand that the kidneys eliminate waste such as urea, which is formed following the breakdown of proteins. According to World Health Organization (WHO), only 10-15% of daily calories should come from protein. Red meats, whole dairy products and eggs are rich in them”.
Salt is another ingredient that should be eliminated from the diet or at least reduced consumption, because when consumed in excess the kidneys have difficulty eliminating sodium, which generates an increased sensation of thirst, fluid retention and hypertension.
In the portal Gastrolab highlight that some bad habits can directly influence the health of the kidneys. The consumption of industrialized beverages alters the metabolism of electrolytes and pH, In addition, it increases glucose, which can cause kidney stones.
On the aforementioned website they recommend these fruits that can help cleanse the kidneys.
This fruit contains significant amounts of water, making it a food with purifying and diuretic properties that help detoxify and cleanse different organs of the body, including the kidneys.
Watermelon also brings benefits for kidney function and blood flow; In addition, it has antioxidants and other nutrients for the proper functioning of the immune system.
This is a fruit rich in vitamin C, water, potassium and bromelain and is considered a purifying food, so it can help detoxify the kidneys and maintain their good health. It also helps prevent kidney stones.
Vegetables
Among vegetables, experts in Know how to live They highlight that some of these foods are rich in potassium, a mineral that serves to increase urine production to eliminate waste that does not serve the body. Among the vegetables recommended in this portal are: potatoes, onions, celery, broccoli, cauliflower and eggplant.
infusions
according to website The vanguardInfusions of “horsetail, dandelion, arnica, green nettle or parsley” are also recommended as they help cleanse the kidneys.
whole grains
The vanguard It also highlights that due to its rich fiber content, whole grains help eliminate toxins from the body and contribute in the process to protect the health of the kidneys.
