Although your kidneys are each the size of a computer mouse, they filter all the blood in your body every 30 minutes. They remove waste, regulate vital blood chemicals, control blood pressure, maintain healthy bones and more. That's a huge job for such tiny organs.
Yet, despite the kidneys' importance, the CDC reports that over one in seven US adults has chronic kidney disease (CKD). As many as nine in 10 adults don't even know they have it.
While eating certain foods isn't a miracle cure, consuming superfoods known for their vitamins and minerals that support kidney health can be beneficial. Below, we outline 13 of these foods that will improve kidney function.
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13 superfoods for kidney health
1. Cabbage
This nutrient-dense vegetable is low in potassium and sodium while containing fiber, vitamins C and K and more.
Plus, cabbage is versatile. You can use it in salads and slaws, as a wrap for tacos, sandwiches and more.
2. Fatty fish
Fish delivers protein, and when you choose a fatty fish like tuna, salmon or trout, you're also getting omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fats may help reduce fat levels (triglycerides) in the blood and may also lower blood pressure, according to the National Kidney Foundation.
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