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What Foods Help Repair Kidneys?
Medical Author: Dr. Anita Dhanorkar, BHMS
Medical Author: Dr. Sruthi M., MBBS
Medical Reviewer: Pallavi Suyog Uttekar, MD
Medically Reviewed on 12/5/2022
Disease and Condition: Kidney Failure
Kidney-Friendly Diet Kidney and Diabetic Diet Foods to Limit Fruits to Avoid Extracting Potassium Effects of High Potassium
If you have chronic kidney disease, it is crucial to track food and fluid intake because diseased kidneys can’t remove waste products from the body as healthy kidneys can.
Here are the top kidney-friendly foods that can help repair your kidneys and help you stay healthier longer:
Apples: Apples are a good source of pectin, a soluble fiber. It can lower cholesterol and glucose levels. It has high antioxidant levels. Fresh apples are also a good source of vitamin C.
Blueberries: Blueberries are a low-calorie source of fiber and vitamin C. Studies say it has the potential to protect against cancer and heart disease and provides brain health benefits.
Fish: Certain fish such as salmon, mackerel, tuna, herring, and sardines are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. It is an essential nutrient to control blood clotting and build cell membranes in the brain. Studies say it may decrease the risk of an abnormal heartbeat, decrease triglyceride levels, and lower blood pressure slightly. They may potentially provide benefits in conditions such as cancer, autoimmune disease, and inflammatory bowel disease.
Kale: Kale is rich in vitamins A and C, calcium, and many minerals. It is also a source of carotenoids and flavonoids, which are beneficial for eye health and cancer protection. It also contains vitamin K, which is a natural blood thinner. It has a moderate potassium level. Therefore, people on dialysis must avoid it.
Spinach: Spinach is high in vitamins A, C, and K and folate. The beta-carotene found in spinach helps to
