7 Natural Ways to Cleanse Your Kidneys

(Dan Tri) - If you don't have any medical conditions, a balanced diet and adequate water intake are usually enough to keep your kidneys healthy. In addition, certain foods and lifestyle changes can also help support kidney function.

The kidneys are fist-sized organs located at the bottom of the rib cage, on either side of the spine. Their most important function is to filter waste products, excess water, and other impurities from the blood. These waste products are stored in the bladder and then excreted in urine.

In addition, the kidneys regulate pH, salt, and potassium levels in the body. They also produce hormones that regulate blood pressure and control red blood cell production.

Drinking enough water is important to protect kidney health (Photo: Lifeline).

Here are 7 ways to help cleanse your kidneys:

Drink enough water

According to Healthline, water makes up about 60% of an adult’s body weight. Every organ, from the brain to the liver, needs water to function. The kidneys are the body’s filtration system and need enough water to produce urine. Urine is the main waste product that allows the body to excrete unwanted substances.

When water intake is low, urine output is low, which can lead to kidney failure, kidney stones, and urinary tract infections.

Therefore, drinking enough water is very important for the kidneys to properly eliminate excess waste and this is especially important during kidney cleansing.

Choose foods that support kidney health

The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases recommends that we eat a heart-healthy diet to prevent cholesterol and fat from building up in the arteries, kidneys and heart.

Some heart-healthy foods may include:

- Lean animal protein, such as poultry, fish…

- Fruits and vegetables.

- Low-fat or fat-free dairy products.

Some more specific foods that can also help cleanse the kidneys include grapes, cranberries, seaweed, calcium-rich foods, tea…

Exercise regularly

Regular exercise is not only good for your waistline, it can reduce your risk of chronic kidney disease. It can also lower blood pressure and improve heart health, both of which are important for preventing kidney damage.

You don’t have to run a marathon to get the benefits of exercise. Walking, running, cycling, and even dancing are all great for your health. So find an activity that keeps you busy and happy, which will make it easier to stick to it and get great results.

Blood sugar management, blood pressure index

People with diabetes can develop kidney damage. When the body's cells cannot use glucose (sugar) in the blood, the kidneys are forced to work harder to filter the blood. Over many years, this can lead to kidney damage.

However, if you can control your blood sugar, you will reduce your risk of kidney damage. Also, if damage is detected early, your doctor can take steps to reduce or prevent further damage.

In addition, high blood pressure can damage the kidneys. If high blood pressure occurs along with other health problems such as diabetes, heart disease or high cholesterol, the impact on the body can be significant.

A healthy blood pressure reading is 120/80mmHg. Prehypertension is considered when blood pressure exceeds this reading to 139/89. Lifestyle and dietary changes can help lower blood pressure at this point.

If your blood pressure is consistently above 140/90, you may have high blood pressure. You should talk to your doctor about regular blood pressure monitoring, lifestyle changes, and possibly medication.

No smoking

Smoking damages the body's blood vessels. This leads to slower blood flow throughout the body and to the kidneys.

Smoking also puts you at higher risk of kidney cancer. If you smoke and then quit, your risk will drop. However, it will take many years for your risk to return to that of someone who has never smoked.

A Note About Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers

Regular use of over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers can cause kidney damage. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including ibuprofen and naproxen, can harm your kidneys if you take them regularly to treat chronic pain, headaches, or arthritis.

Lose weight if you are overweight or obese

Many studies have shown that obesity increases the risk of developing kidney disease due to high blood pressure and the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Therefore, you should check your weight and consult your doctor to know if you are currently overweight or not, and how much weight loss is reasonable.

Start walking and make time for regular exercise. Also, change your eating habits to reduce saturated fat, which can increase your risk of developing kidney disease.

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