1. What is a kidney cleanse?
The kidneys execute extremely essential work: they filter toxins, aid control blood pressure, and equilibrium mineral levels. So, it’s necessary we look after these 2 tiny but vital organs. The purpose of a kidney cleaning juice is to improve kidney health and general wellness overall.
Our diet is one of the most vital consider in maintaining and improving kidney health. Whatever that we eat and drink can impact them, some adversely and also others favorably. Drinking adequate levels of water is vital for both the everyday performance of our kidneys in addition to long-term benefits by aiding to avoid troubles from developing with the kidneys, like kidney stones.
There are likewise several wonderful all-natural foods and herbs that can help cleanse the kidneys as well as utilizing them in a juice enables you to take a couple of at the same time. Many people also find it easier to consume bigger quantities of fruit by doing this. In this juice, you’ll find parsley, lemon, red apple, red grapes, dandelion extract & ginger.
2. How do these ingredients cleanse your kidneys?
Parsley is a diuretic that helps flush out bacteria and germs from the kidneys. It is also thought to help kidneys by lowering high blood pressure which is a risk factor for kidney disease. The nitrates in it help improve blood flow and dilate the blood vessels. Because it is high in oxalates it can also reduce the risk of kidney stones (except for people with hyperoxaluria who experts recommend limit the level of dietary oxalates they consume).
Dandelion extract has long been used in Native American medicine to treat kidney disease. Dandelions are rich in antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins and can protect the kidneys and also function as a natural diuretic. It’s the antioxidants that act as a powerful detoxifier for organs like the kidneys. The diuretic properties may also reduce the risk of forming kidney infections. Dandelion is known to improve digestion and minimize the amount of waste reaching the kidneys too.
With its anti-inflammatory properties, ginger makes a wonderful kidney cleanser. Ginger is also a rich source of many vitamins and minerals. Certain extracts in ginger have been found to improve kidney functions, contributing to overall health and wellbeing.
Red apples are beneficial for the kidneys because they contain pectin. Pectin is a soluble fiber that helps to boost antioxidants in the kidneys. Apple pectin is also known to be a prebiotic and it stimulates healthy bacteria. The peel and the core of apples contain the highest amount of pectin so add as much of these to the juice as you can.
Grapes are actually a form of berry. Grape seeds are high in flavanoids so throw the whole fruits into your juice. Grapes are also diuretic so are good for cleaning out the kidneys. Due to their abundance of minerals, they also help detoxify. As well as cleansing and maintaining kidney health, certain compounds in grape skin and seeds can help reverse kidney damage that has been caused by a high-fat diet. They can also help prevent kidney disease in high-risk patients due to obesity.
Lemon juice is a natural cleanser and helps detox many parts of the body. It filters blood as well as flushing out waste and toxins, helping the kidneys perform their natural job. Lemons can also help ward off kidney stones. They contain citrate which helps to stop calcium from building up and forming the stones. Vitamin C in lemons is also a powerful antioxidant that can protect the kidneys from free radicals and inflammation.
3. How To Make This Kidney Cleanse Juice At Home.
This homemade juice requires little prep and is still so healthy and tasty. This serving size will contain approximately 295 calories.
Ingredients
- 8 oz red grapes
- A few sprigs of parsley
- 20-30 drops (1 ml) dandelion extract
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 red apple
- 1 lemon
- ½ cup of water (or more for a smoother consistency)
Equipment
- Blender (or juicer)
Method
There is no need to dry it and you can add this to your blender or juicer now.
You want to end up with around 1 teaspoon of grated ginger. Add this to the blender.
You can add more water to make the juice thinner if you prefer.
DONE
4. Other Foods Good for Kidneys You Could Substitute In This Juice
If you want to substitute the apple or grapes for whatever reason, there are plenty of great options that help to cleanse the kidneys and support their function. Since grapes are a type of berry, it’s no surprise that other berries will also go a long way in helping your kidneys. Blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, and cherries can all cleanse the kidneys and protect them. Berries are packed full of phytonutrients that can stop damage to kidney cells. Cranberries are also beneficial because they support the urinary tract by removing excess calcium oxalate.
Watermelon is another good option. It’s a mild diuretic and helps to hydrate and cleanse the kidneys. It also contains lycopene which helps in the healthy functioning of the kidneys.
Enjoy the juice straight away for maximum freshness and benefit. I didn’t strain this juice but if you’re using a blender you could do this after blending by pushing it through a fine-mesh strainer or layers of cheesecloth. The skin of the apple and grapes holds many great properties, so be sure to save the pulp and use this too (could be on natural yogurt as a healthy dessert option or breakfast).
