What is a Kidney?
Kidneys are a special filter system for your body. Kidneys remove waste products from the blood and produce urine. Kidneys control the levels of many substances in the blood. Kidneys help to control your blood pressure. Early detection of kidney disease can be life-saving.
How To Improve Kidney Function in South Africa
Ensure regular exercise.
Eat a balanced, healthy diet of unprocessed, fresh foods with no more than a teaspoon of added salt per day.
Regularly check and control your blood sugar.
Regularly check and control your blood pressure.
Drink an appropriate amount of fluids.
What foods help repair kidneys?
When you have kidney disease, a well-balanced diet is your superfood – and can help to make any meal you prepare super!
- Pomegranates. Pomegranates are sweet and tart fruits that are high in antioxidants. …
- Avocado.
- Tofu.
- Low Phosphorus Cheese.
- Milk Alternatives.
- Healthy Oils and Fats.
- Fish.
- Spices.
How can I restore my normal kidney function?
If you have CKD, your kidneys can’t filter blood as well as they should, and this can lead to other health problems, such as heart disease and stroke. While it’s not possible to reverse kidney damage, you can take steps to slow it down. Taking prescribed medicine, being physically active, and eating well will help.