Kidney stones and other kidney problems are far more common than what people realize. Inherited predisposition and poor eating habits are the main cause of most kidney problems, paired with an unhealthy lifestyle. Nevertheless, keeping your kidneys clean is possible. If you have a kidney problem and/or want to avoid it, you should change your eating habits and maybe, even do a cleanse periodically. Of course, before undergoing a diet, a cleanse, or starting the intake of a supplement -as natural as this might be-, you should first make an appointment with a trustworthy urologist with enough expertise in the field to make sure it won’t have a negative impact on your health. Cleansing Drinks. As you probably already know, your fluids intake is directly related to your urinary system’s health, including your kidneys. The first step towards clean kidneys is drinking plenty of purified water; this will guarantee that toxins will be flushed effectively. But to promote a deeper cleanse, you can try any of these drinks:
- Beetroot Juice. It helps remove struvite and calcium phosphate buildup from kidneys helping to avoid the formation of kidney stones and promoting good kidney function. The phytochemical betaine contained in beets is very beneficial due to its high content of antioxidants and other qualities that increase the acidity in urine.
- Cranberry Juice. Natural cranberry juice with no added sugars or artificial flavors is great for fighting urinary tract infections. It prevents bacteria from sticking to the walls of the bladder and urethra, and it also to get rid of calcium oxalate excess.
- Lemon Juice. Daily intake of lemon water prevents kidney stones from forming, thanks to its natural acidity and the way it increases the levels of citrate in urine.
- Juice Cleanse. A method that consists of mixed drinks containing fruits and vegetables full of antioxidants and nutrients that promote the elimination of toxins, not only from your kidneys but also from your colon and liver. Among the most popular fruits and veggies for a juice cleanse you will find: oranges, zucchini, lettuce, apples, cucumber, carrots, pears, pineapple, kale, celery, spinach, and peaches.
- Other recommended drinks include watermelon juice, grape juice, fresh orange and grapefruit juice.
Detoxifying Foods. The right diet can provide you with a real cleansing boost and help you keep your kidneys and overall urinary system healthy and working properly. Including the following foods in your diet is essential in order to detoxify and clean your kidneys.
- Algae and derived products.
- Apples
- Bananas
- Blueberries
- Celery
- Cranberries
- Cucumbers
- Ginger
- Grapes
- Kale
- Legumes
- Papaya
- Parsley
- Potatoes
- Pumpkin & Pumpkin seeds
- Seeds
- Sprouts
- Turmeric
- Watercress
Before undergoing any diet or cleanse, talk to your urologist. There are plenty of resources on the internet to help you maintain your urinary system health, but it is important to get advice from your doctor if you want to avoid further complications. Here at Luzato Medical group, we offer specialized patient care in different areas of urology. Dr. Jack Bruder is a board certified urologist based in Manhattan, his qualified team of urologists and other doctors are waiting for you in New York City, to provide you with professional healthcare available. Please contact Luzato Medical Group calling at (212) 661-7003.