You Cannot Heal Your Kidneys If You Still Eat These 22 Foods

you cannot heal your kidneys if you still eat these 22 Foods once you have kidney issues you can't just eat the same thing you've been eating you should avoid anything refined you must cut out sugar and no more eating anything out of a box or a can or any quick junk Foods the list of foods you can't eat becomes very long and some may surprise you as they are actually very nutritious this video Reveals All Foods you need to avoid with kidney disease we also Al offer tips on how to still enjoy these Foods or suggest delicious Alternatives without affecting Kidney Health we highly recommend you to watch it all the way through because the food choices are going to be different depending on the type and stage of kidney disease you have for those who think your kidneys are totally healthy and there's nothing to change be cautious 90% of people with kidney disease don't even know they have it due to vague symptoms the problem with unhealthy kidneys is that they can't filter certain things adequately anymore and these are phosphorus pottassium salt and oxalates depending on how weak your kidneys are continuously consuming some foods high in these minerals can gradually lead to Advanced kidney disease now that these minerals are mentioned we find it crucial to address a common misconception about Kidney Health some believe that if a kidney is damaged it can't filter certain substances like phosphorus potassium and salt they then assume these substances are harmful and by reducing them they can prevent kidney disease however this conclusion isn't valid because minerals are essential for overall health including Kidney Health let me repeat that a healthy kidney requires phosphorus potassium and salt regularly however if your kidneys are unhealthy you may need to limit them as you can see kidney disease is complex that's why understanding the condition of your kidneys is vital and Consulting your doctor for personalized advice is the best way to do so plus as many folks have no clue they're even at risk of kidney disease it's crucial to take preventive steps in the second part of the video you can find some helpful tips to cleanse your kidneys and avoid any kidney disease in other words you'll be armed with all the information you need to keep your kidneys healthy before we dive in kindly note that all information you'll find in this video is fact checked unbiased and reviewed by qualified professionals all right it's time to swing back to the foods that can destroy your kidneys one avocado avocados are creamy delicious and undoubtedly healthy they are rich in monounsaturated fats vitamins E K and c and minerals but if you have kidney issues you might want to watch your avocado intake the main issue with avocados is they're pretty high in potassium pottassium is usually great for keeping our body in balance it helps with our blood pressure nerves and muscles normally our kidneys do a great job of managing extra potassium in our blood however in folks with kidney issues their kidneys can't remove extra potassium effectively causing too much blood potassium a condition called hyperkalemia if hyperkalemia is left unchecked it can cause serious issues for the heart and muscles guidelines for kidney disease often suggest limiting potassium but the exact amount varies so it's best for kidney patients to talk with their doctor to determine their ideal potassium intake people on potassium restricted diets usually aim for less than 2,000 to 3,000 mg of potassium per day an average avocado contains about 975 mg of potassium which is roughly 33 to 48% of this amount more concerning despite being full of nutrients avocados are also high in calories one fruit can have over 300 calories so eating too many avocados can lead to weight gain a risk factor for kidney disease simply put being overweight puts more strain on your kidneys making them work harder to remove toxins plus being overweight increases your risk of developing diabetes and high blood pressure the two leading causes of of kidney problems after all if you have kidney issues it's wise to watch how much avocado you eat a good tip is to enjoy just a quarter of an avocado at a time this helps you reduce potassium intake while still reaping its nutrient benefits you can also mix it with other low potassium foods which we will mention in the next section another trick is to peel chop and soak your avocado in water for 2 hours or boil it this trick can help slash potassium by up to 50% are you enjoying our video so far if so please give us some hints by dropping a like and we'll make more content like this two banana bananas are well known to help with weight loss support heart health provide Natural Energy and regulate your digestive system however this superfood is also a rich source of potassium a healthy kidney balances potassium levels in the blood however people with chronic kidney disease or CKD in short or kidney damage for at least 3 months should limit their intake to give you an idea the National Kidney Foundation in the US recommends a daily intake of 2,000 migrs of potassium for people with CKD a medium-sized banana about 7 in Long contains roughly 422 mg of potassium that's 14 to 21% of the daily limit recommended if you have kidney disease this may seem small but people often eat multiple bananas at once due to their low calorie count and delightful flavor then blood potassium can quickly add up triggering hyperkalemia in kidney patients this can lead to weakness numbness fatigue nausea irregular heart beats and in severe cases Cardiac Arrest to manage your potassium intake you can start by choosing using smaller bananas and limiting yourself to Just One A Day here's another tip boiling or soaking bananas in water briefly can reduce their potassium content however this method may also wash away other vitamins and minerals if you love the taste of bananas consider blending them into smoothies or juices with fruits lower in potassium good options include apples berries cherries grapes pineapples watermelon pears plums and peaches they can help you maintain a balance between flavor and Kidney Health it's important to note that other fruits like cantaloop apricots honeydew and dried fruits such as prunes or raisins are also high in potassium therefore it's wise to consume them in moderation For Kidney Health for those interested in the evidence the studies supporting our claims are provided in the link in our description box three apricots apricots which are rich in potassium are generally avoided in the later stages of kidney disease one apricot contains 90. 6 Mig of potassium for kidney patients regularly eating potassium rich foods like apricots can raise blood potassium levels this can lead to weakness numbness fatigue and nausea in severe cases high blood potassium levels can even cause irregular heartbeats or cardiac arrest so it's smart to consume apricots in consultation with a dietitian besides apricots peaches and plums contain significant amounts of potassium so if you have kidney conditions exercise caution with these fruits especially in their dried form four oranges or orange juice oranges are healthy citrus fruits rich in vitamin C antioxidants and fiber which are all great for our health but oranges may not be good for people with kidney problems due to to their high potassium levels similar to avocados a medium orange which is roughly the size of a small fist contains around 237 mg of potassium this amount may not seem significant but eating more than one orange a day or drinking orange juice can easily exceed your daily potassium limit one cup of orange juice can have around 496 mg of potassium which means drinking 500 M or about one pint could contain 12 40 mg as we discussed with avocados regularly eating potassium rich foods like oranges can worsen hyperkalemia in people with chronic kidney disease hyperkalemia can make you feel weak numbed tired and nauseous in severe cases hyperkalemia can even cause irregular heartbeats or Cardiac Arrest moreover eating too many oranges could increase your risk of kidney stones because oranges are high in oxalates more details will be provided in the next section orange juice contains fewer oxalates than whole oranges so you can still enjoy a glass occasionally for a safer Choice consider making juices from fruits with less oxalate like berries pears cherries apples and grapes the bonus is that these fruits also come with less potassium than oranges five dried fruits dried fruits are tasty and seemingly nutrient-dense since they remove water content however they're also rich in potassium sugar and calories which might be bad for your kidneys according to the USDA one cup of pitted uncooked prunes contains 1270 mg of potassium which is enough to meet half the requirement of a day if you have kidney disease also removing water content from fresh fruits may not be a good idea for your kidneys drinking enough water is significant for kidney function dried fruits lose water during dehydration so they don't make you feel as full as fresh fruits moreover some dried fruits also contain added additives salt and sugar to enhance flavor these components will add more stress to your kidneys when they filter the blood if you consume dried fruits daily you may overwork your kidneys it's also easy to overeat dried fruits since they're small and convenient for snacking which can lead to consuming more calories than you think plus the dehydration process removes much of the water from the fruit so you may not feel as full as you would with fresh fruit so it's best to stick with fresh fruits as a snack if you want to protect your kidneys six spinach although leafy greens like spinach are praised for their health benefits their potential risks are often overlooked especially For Kidney Health the main issue here is spinaches oxalate content oxalates can crystallize and form kidney stones causing intense pain blood and urine nausea vomiting and kidney damage if your body takes too much oxalate in a short period of time even one meal you could die from this compound there has been an instance where someone ate soral soup which is packed with oxalate and a few hours later their kidneys shut down and they passed away even with a moderate daily intake you can accumulate oxalates in your body causing kidney stones bladder stones kidney nephropathy joint issues and affecting every organ including the brain they are also linked to conditions like Interstitial cystitis or IC in short also known as painful bladder syndrome a serving of 100 gram or half a cup of spinach can pack up to 2350 mg of oxalate Which is higher than many other leafy greens in a stud scientists watched what nearly 240,000 people ate over many years they found that spinach made up over 40% of these people's total oxalate intake other foods like cassava root amaranth leaves chard beet leaves starf fruit and rhubarb also contain high levels of oxalate so it's wise to avoid them if you have kidney concerns coming back to spinach it is also high in potassium 100 G of uncooked spinach can contain up to 558 mg of pottassium as we mentioned in the avocad section in folks with kidney disease their kidneys may struggle to filter potassium so if a kidney patient eats too much spinach or potassium they may suffer from hyperkalemia a condition damaging their muscle and heart note that boiling spinach doesn't reduce its potassium or oxalate content like it does with avocados so while spinach is indeed a superfood you should eat it in moderation to fit your state of health whether you have kidney disease or not you can still include spinach in your diet by balancing it with other low oxalate and low potassium vegetables like kale carrots zucchini lettuce cabbage broccoli and cauliflower seven potatoes and sweet potatoes sweet potatoes are rich in essential vitamins minerals and amino acids making them a superfood but watch out for their high potassium content which is bad for people with kidney disease according to the United States Department of Agriculture or USDA a regular baked potato has around 610 mg of potassium while a sweet potato of about 5 in in length can have 438 Mig however unlike spinach soaking potatoes in water before cooking can help reduce their potassium levels so it's wise to be moderate and soak your potatoes and sweet potatoes before cooking for the sake of your kidneys moreover popular snacks from potatoes such as french fries or chips are high in sodium or salt putting more strain on your kidneys snacking on them can easily push you over your daily sodium limit plus potato chips usually offer little or no nutritional value as they are highly processed so avoiding them all is best eight tomatoes and tomato sauce tomatoes are an excellent source of fiber vitamins minerals and antioxidants to fight cancer however kidney patients should know that tomatoes have a high potassium content just 100 G of ripe Tomatoes can contain up to 237 Mig of potassium and tomato products such as sauce gravy and ketchup have for people with kidney disease their tomato consumption depends upon the stage of kid kidney damage to find out what's right for you consult a registered dietitian or a qualified health professional nine pickles and relish fermentation is a traditional method to extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables this method also enhances flavor and promotes the growth of probiotic bacteria for a healthy gut however fermented foods such as pickles and relish are high in sodium for example one large pickle contains 1630 mg of sodium this amount is more than half the recommended value for a kidney patient similarly kimchi a popular fermented food contains 747 mg of sodium per cup therefore practicing moderation with fermented foods is important if you're worried about your Kidney Health 10 soda consuming sugar in liquid form is way more harmful than in solid form and soda is nothing but sugar when your your blood sugar is too high your kidneys start to spill sugar into the urine if your kidneys are healthy this usually isn't a problem but if you have diabetes too much sugar can cause kidney damage simply put kidneys have tiny filters called nephrons high blood sugar from diabetes can damage these filters and blood vessels making the kidneys struggle moreover drinking sugary liquids such as soda is worse for you than consuming sugar in solid form people often go for diet soda thinking it contains a lesser amount of sugar but what they do not know is that drinking diet soda every day is linked to a 67% higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes diet soda still contains additives and artificial sweeteners that actually damage your kidneys more concerning sodas often contain high phosphorus additives for flavor and a longer shelf life too much phosphorus can SE seriously harm your kidneys compared to natural sources phosphorus from Sodus is absorbed to a greater extent the National Kidney Foundation suggests sticking to 700 mg of phosphorus per day for normal kidney function now to protect your kidneys it's best to cut back on soda intake 11 alcohol large amounts of alcohol consumption are strongly associated with kidney malfunction due to the toxicity of alcohol it can cause inflammation and impede kidney function contributing to toxic burdens in the body alcohol may also increase the risk of low blood sugar and dehydration which are bad for your kidneys if you want to keep your kidneys healthy it's important to cut back on alcohol and drink enough water your healthc care provider can assist you in deciding how much and how often it's safe for you to drink based on your conditions 12 almonds and some nuts nuts are rich in Protein healthy fats and oils however the amount of pottassium and phosphorus in nuts May harm people suffering from kidney disease let's take almonds for example a 1 o serving which is about 23 almonds provides 136 mg of phosphorus and 208 mg of potassium similarly cashews contain 168 mg of phosphorus and 187 mg of potassium per ouns which is around 16 to 18 cashews so even healthy snacks like nuts need to be consumed in moderation if you have kidney health concerns now almonds are a bit riskier eating almonds can increase the risk of kidney stones especially for people with a history of kidney problems this is because almonds contain high levels of oxalates 100 G of almonds which is equal to about three small handfuls contain about 469 mg of oxalates normally oxalates bind with calcium and leave our bodies in the stool but if we consume too much oxalate and not enough calcium oxalate can be absorbed into our blood then it ends up in our urine if your kidneys don't function well or your urine is too concentrated or acidic the oxalates can bind with calcium in your kidney forming crystals that grow into Stones these are known as calcium oxalate Stones which make up over 80% of kidney Stones the quick buildup of oxalate stones in the kidneys is called acute oxalate nephropathy this condition can damage the cells of kidney tubules resulting in acute kidney failure research has found cases of oxalate nephropathy linked to peanuts which have about 187. 000 G almonds have 2.

5 times more oxalates than peanuts so should you avoid almonds altogether not necessarily but it's a good idea to enjoy them in moderation just one or two handfuls a day also cashews peanuts pistachios and walnuts are high in oxalates although in smaller amounts compared to almonds so it's best to practice moderation with them for detailed guidance it's always best to consult with your doctor 13 Coco Coco offers benefits for moov food brain and heart health and may even assist with diabetes however kidney patients should notice that 100 mg cocoa powder contains 500 to 900 mg of oxalates which is very high cocoa is also high in phosphorus which is not good for kidney patients high phosphorus levels can lead to dangerous calcium deposits in blood vessels lungs eyes and heart over time this can cause hardening of the artery increasing the risk of heart attack stroke or death cocoa based treats like chocolate chocolate milk and chocolate syrups are also rich in oxalates phosphorus and potassium these products often come with added salt and sugar which can strain your kidneys even more like we discussed earlier some people think that the caffeine content in cocoa beans makes you urinate more and may lead to dehydration or calcium loss raising your risk of kidney stones yet studies show the opposite if you want to strike a balance while enjoying your cup of chocolate milk moderation is key you can opt for drinks with lower oxalate content such as juices milk or simply water you can also consider using carab powder as a substitute for cocoa powder for Kidney Health carab generally contains lower levels of oxalates than cocoa and it has the same flavor plus compared to Coco carob has nine times less phosphorus and three times less potassium however if you are on a low oxalate diet you will most likely have to leave cocoa and other high oxalate Foods behind until your body heals 14 rice rice is the Dependable sidekick to countless meals worldwide but guess what that innocent plate of rice might carry a toxic surprise simply put rice is high in Arsenic the heavy metal that Direct directly damages your kidneys arsenic poisoning can lead to problems like acute renal failure and chronic renal insufficiency in raw rice the more harmful form of arsenic called inorganic arsenic is about 0. 1 to 0. 4 mg per kilogram for other grains like wheat and barley the inorganic arsenic is often undetectable and their total arsenic content is only 0.

03 to 0. 08 mg per kilog gr rice also tends to absorb more cadmium and other heavy metals than other crops does it mean that you should avoid all rice not necessarily you can still enjoy it in moderation because a healthy diet is about balance it's fine to have rice occasionally but it's best not to have it too often especially for infants and children they can get up to three times more arsenic from Rice than adults so even low levels of exposure could affect children's brain development intelligence and memory now if you're considering alternatives to brown rice try these low arsenic options quinoa barley couscous buckwheat Millet pharaoh and sorghum 15 butter butter is a dairy product made from milk or creams fat and protein components thus this creamy treat is composed of saturated fat and cholester ol these compounds are linked to high blood pressure and plaque formation which can strain your kidneys blood vessels and impair kidney function over time if it was not harmful enough we have salted butter too 100 G of salted butter contains about 643 mg of salt and that is a lot a high sodium diet will increase blood pressure which may result in kidney damage in the long run moreover store bought butter is often heavily processed to improve flavor and extend shelf life this process removes vital nutrients like calcium from butter resulting in minimal nutritional benefits so consider opting for organic unsalted butter to support your kidney health and remember moderation is key 16 pretzels and crackers popular snacks like pretzels offer little if any nutritional value while being high in added sodium or salt it's normal for anyone to exceeded their daily allowance value for sodium intake while snacking according to the National Kidney Foundation a healthy diet should contain less than 2300 mg or 2. 3 G of sodium daily equal to half a teaspoon high sodium intake will increase blood pressure which may result in kidney stones and kidney damage in the long run so checking the snack labels to avoid excess salt in your diet is always wise 17 canned and Frozen Foods canned foods such as soups vegetables Meats and Seafood are popular because they are convenient and easy to prepare however the canning technology requires salt as a preservative to extend the shelf life hence it results in high sodium content that harms your kidneys keep in mind that Frozen items like vegetables or fish often have extra sodium added even a single huge serving of these easyto use products can surpass your daily sodium limit of 2.