Kidney stones (also called nephrolithiasis or urolithiasis) are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside the kidneys, according to the Mayo Clinic, a nonprofit organization dedicated to clinical practice, education and research.
In addition, Medline Plus, The US National Library of Medicine noted that there are four main types of kidney stones.
- Calcium is the most common type of stone. Calcium can combine with other substances, such as oxalate (the most common substance), to form the stone.
- A uric acid stone It can form when urine contains too much acid.
- A struvite stone It can form following a urinary tract infection.
- cystine stones they are uncommon. The disease that causes these stones is hereditary.
Regarding the forms of treatment, one of the most recommended is the consumption of water throughout the day, because it helps to dissolve the stones and of course their respective expulsion.
Carrot, apple and orange juice
Mixing carrots with oranges and apples, especially without being red, brings great health benefits, especially to prevent or combat this condition.
Mode of preparation and consumption:
- Properly wash vegetables and fruits.
- Peel and cut the carrots into small pieces.
- Remove the seeds from the apples.
- Peel the oranges.
- Add and blend everything in the blender.
- Serve and drink at the moment.
Healthy foods for the kidneys
Taking into account the function of the kidneys, it is necessary to eat a healthy diet to cleanse them and prevent toxins from accumulating. In this line, the portal The vanguardin its Eating section, recommends consuming the following foods:
Basil contains acetic acid, which helps break down kidney stones and reduce pain, and also provides antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents, which help maintain kidney health.
For its consumption, fresh or dried basil leaves should be used to make tea and drink several cups a day. In turn, you can make fresh basil juice or add it to a natural smoothie.
Blueberries, whole grains, strawberries, pineapple, fruits and vegetables rich in potassium, foods rich in calcium, and infusions of parsley, dandelion, arnica, green nettle, and horsetail. All these foods have a fundamental role in the body, they eliminate the fat accumulated in the kidneys and make this organ work properly.
The health portal Tua Saúde ensures that pineapple is a fruit rich in antioxidants, that is, in vitamin C, which has anti-inflammatory effects, counteracting muscle and joint pain. It is also an ingredient in recipes aimed at weight loss, since it is composed of fiber.
It is clear that industrialized drinks that have preservatives and their label ensures that they are natural juices, such as pineapple juice, following consumption will not help combat constipation, so it is recommended to avoid them.
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