7 Best Foods to Support Kidney Function

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7 Best Foods to Support Kidney Function

25th May 2014

ByDr. Edward F. Group

Guest Writer forWake Up World

Your kidneys provide vital service to your bodythey filter waste from your blood and send it to your

bladder. They also regulate blood pressure, manage water re-absorption, control the acidity in the body,

and balance electrolyte levels. Considering their importance, eating a diet to promote kidney health could

be one of the best things you can do. The following seven foods willsupport your kidneysand make their

job easier.

Foods to Support Kidney Function

1. Cherries

These tasty little fruits help reduce redness and swelling and contain a healthy amount of vitamin C as

well as vitamin K, folate, vitamin B6, magnesium, and citrate. The tarter the cherry, the higher the level

of citrate. Citrate reduces uric acid in the blood stream which can lead to gout and arthritis. [1] Those who

eat cherries have been found to have lower uric acid levels and a lower risk of gout attacks. [2]

2. Cranberries

Cranberries also offer high levels ofvitamin Cand manganese. Women have traditionally used it to fight

off UTIs. Recent research has found pure cranberry juice (not the sugary stuff) diluted in water reduced

urinary levels of oxalate and phosphate which reduce the formation of kidney stones. [3]

3. Cinnamon
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Cinnamon is known for its ability to help regulate glucose levels. This can help the bodymanage glucose

betterand offer protection from blood sugar disorders. Excess glucose that results from diabetes can cause

damage to the kidneys. Another study confirmed that cinnamon can be used as a supplement without

concern for increased oxalate risk. [4]

4. Kidney Beans

The shape and name of these beans may suggest which organ benefits most from its healing potential.

Kidney beans are known for as an effective home remedy for kidney stones. In ancient times, the pods

served as medicinal tonic.

To reduce kidney stone pain, remove the beans from the pods and in a slow cooker, boil the pods in

purified water for 6 hours. Once finished, strain the liquid and let it cool before drinking. Drink

throughout the day.

5. Olive Oil

Like fish,olive oilprovides a healthy serving of nutrient dense, unsaturated fats. Olive oil is also the basis

for the Mediterranean Diet. A recent study found individuals suffering from chronic kidney disease who

adopted this diet experienced improvements in both symptoms and survival. [5] The active components in

olives improve the life of those suffering from chronic kidney disease and will certainly provide kidney

support to those looking to maintain kidney health.

6. Java Tea

Also known as Orthosiphon stamineus, this herb has been a standard of folk medicine for a long time. Ithas typically been used for kidney disorders. A recent study has confirmed it to support the kidneys, as

well as theflushing the liverand gastro-intestinal tract. It also offers potentials for blood sugar

stabilization, antioxidant protection, and blood pressure stabilization.[6]

7. Onions (and garlic!)

Both onions and garlic contain quercitin. Quercitin is a powerful flavonoid associated with antioxidant

benefits and potency against redness and irritation. Research has found quercitin helps provide a

protection against kidney damage for smokers. [7] For non-smokers, the bonus protection provided by

quercitin combined with improved fat metabolism helps protect the bodys filters.

If you enjoy these foods regularly, know that youre doing your kidneys a favor. If youre looking for

ways to improve kidney function, adding these foods to your diet can help!

Did I miss a food that you eat to support your kidneys? Please weigh in and leave a comment below!

- Dr. Edward F. Group III, DC, ND, DACBN, DCBCN, DABFM
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Related Reading:

10 Natural Remedies for Kidney StonesReferences:

1. Saito J, Matsuzawa Y, Ito H, Omura M, Ito Y, Yoshimura K, Yajima Y, Kino T, Nishikawa T. Thealkalizer citrate reduces serum uric Acid levels and improves renal function in hyperuricemic

patients treated with the xanthine oxidase inhibitor allopurinol.Endocr Res. 2010;35(4):145-54.

doi: 10.3109/07435800.2010.497178.

2. Zhang Y, Neogi T, Chen C, Chaisson C, Hunter DJ, Choi HK. Cherry consumption and decreasedrisk of recurrent gout attacks.Arthritis Rheum. 2012 Dec;64(12):4004-11. doi: 10.1002/art.34677.

3. McHarg T, Rodgers A, Charlton K.Influence of cranberry juice on the urinary risk factors forcalcium oxalate kidney stone formation.BJU Int. 2003 Nov;92(7):765-8.

4. Tang M, Larson-Meyer DE, Liebman M.Effect of cinnamon and turmeric on urinary oxalateexcretion, plasma lipids, and plasma glucose in healthy subjects. Am J Clin Nutr. 2008

May;87(5):1262-7.

5. Huang X, Jimnez-Molen JJ, Lindholm B, Cederholm T, Arnlv J, Risrus U, Sjgren P, CarreroJJ.Mediterranean Diet, Kidney Function, and Mortality in Men with CKD.Clin J Am Soc Nephrol.

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6. Ameer OZ, Salman IM, Asmawi MZ, Ibraheem ZO, Yam MF.Orthosiphon stamineus: traditionaluses, phytochemistry, pharmacology, and toxicology.J Med Food. 2012 Aug;15(8):678-90. doi:

10.1089/jmf.2011.1973. Epub 2012 Jun 25.

7. Wilson RT, Wang J, Chinchilli V, Richie JP, Virtamo J, Moore LE, Albanes D.Fish, vitamin D,and flavonoids in relation to renal cell cancer among smokers.Am J Epidemiol. 2009 Sep

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About the author:

Dr. Edward F. Group(DC, ND, DACBN, DCBCN, DABFM) foundedGlobal Healing Centerin 1998

and is currently the Chief Executive Officer. Heading up the research and development team, Dr. Group

assumes a hands-on approach in producing new and advanced degenerative disease products and

information.

Dr. Group has studied natural healing methods for over 20 years and now teaches individuals and

practitioners all around the world. He no longer sees patients but solely concentrates on spreading the
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