We have always heard of the phrase, “Prevention is better than cure”. It is true and it is not only specific to one thing but in life holistically it is important that you prevent bad things from happening, rather than doing damage control in the aftermath.
The same principle applies to your health. If you want to stay healthy and immune to diseases, you vaccinate and take preventive medication just so that you don’t fall sick easily. Health practitioners have discovered easy and budget-friendly ways to cleanse your kidneys and prevent kidney-related illnesses.
Use herbal cleansers:
“Herbal kidney cleanses are typically given as a tea consumed two or three times a day. Often, they are recommended in addition to a food-based kidney cleanse,” states Very Well Health. It is stated that ingredients include resveratrol, ginger, ginseng, black nightshade, turmeric, and dandelion tea. These herbs are said to act as diuretics, helping flush out kidneys and remove excess waste, and may also help with cisplatin toxicity.
Consume more water:
According to Medical News Today, drinking enough water is crucial for overall health, as it helps prevent kidney problems like kidney stones by filtering waste products through urine. “Kidneys filter waste products by secreting urine. If a person does not consume enough water, then their urine output will be low and waste products may build up in the body.” The publication continues to mention that healthcare professionals recommend six to eight 8-ounce glasses of water daily.
Apple cider vinegar:
The Advanced Urology Institute states that apple cider vinegar prevents kidney oxidative stress, boosts antioxidants, balances blood sugar, reduces blood pressure, dissolves kidney stones, and flushes out toxins through frequent consumption.
Quit smoking:
Supernutritious claims that, “Those who smoke are at an increased risk of developing certain cancers like lung, bladder, mouth and kidney cancer.” It is further advised that if you want to cleanse your kidneys, you should consider letting go of the cigar, as smoking slows down kidney blood flow and worsens infections.
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Article originally written and published by Qaqamba Falithenjwa for Bona
