1. Garlic
Garlic has a protective effect on your kidneys and other organs. Regular consumption has been found to lower the concentration of lead and cadmium in kidneys, heart, liver, spleen, and blood stream. Garlic also has diuretic properties that help you eliminate excess sodium from your body.
2. Turmeric
Fans of Asian cuisine are quite familiar with turmeric, which is the herb that gives curry its distinctive flavor and color. The active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin, which is known to reduce the effect of inflammatory molecules and enzymes that trigger chronic kidney disease. Curcumin actually holds back the growth and spread of all kinds of microbes, easing the strain on your kidneys.
3. Ginger
Long used in holistic medicine, ginger contains a compound called gingerol that is known to inhibit the spread of bacteria. This can be helpful to overworked kidneys and liver. Gingerol is also an effective means of support for healthy digestion and it reduces inflammation and pain all over the body.
4. Cranberry
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Cranberries are an awesome fruit to add to most any diet, even a low-potassium kidney diet. They are recommended for people with bladder infections because cranberries contain a type of phytonutrient called A-type proanthocyanidin, which stops bacteria from sticking to the lining of your urinary tract and kidneys.
5. Dandelion Root
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Dandelions might drive you crazy when they take over your lawn, but these “weeds” actually have a lot of benefits. Dandelion root is a diuretic that can help cleanse both your kidneys and your liver. It has been used to treat jaundice, acne, and anemia as well as kidney and liver disorders. Dandelion root is also great for preventing irritation in the urinary tract.
6. Parsley
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Don’t forget the garnish! It may seem pointless to finish a meal with a sprinkling of parsley, but that little bit of this herb actually helps to reduce the build-up of toxins in your kidneys. Parsley contains compounds called apiol and myristicin, which are natural diuretics. You can also take parsley to help with urinary tract infections and kidney stones.
7. Celery Root
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Celery root has both potassium and sodium, so it gives kidneys what they need to do their work. It also contains a lot of water and increases urine output, allowing your body to flush out residual toxins. Eating celery root is thought to prevent bacterial infections of both kidneys and urinary tract. Some studies indicate that celery can shrink cysts on reproductive organs, too.
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