Add these 8 foods to your diet to prevent kidney failure – doctor approves

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We're all aware that a balanced diet is key to maintaining good health, but did you know there are certain foods that can specifically benefit your kidneys?

A doctor has revealed eight foods that can help keep your kidneys in good shape. Dr Lott, a New York City acupuncturist with more than 300,000 TikTok followers, regularly shares tips on healthy eating.

In a recent video captioned "foods that are great for the kidneys", he started off by recommending "berries". Dr Lott explained berries are packed with antioxidants and vitamin C, which can "protect the kidneys from oxidative stress". Antioxidants also aid in reducing inflammation.

Next up were "Red bell peppers". Dr Lott said they are "rich in vitamins A and C", both of which are "great for kidney health". They are also low in potassium, which is crucial for a kidney-friendly diet. If your kidneys aren't functioning properly, they may struggle to remove potassium from your blood, leading to a dangerous condition known as hyperkalaemia.

He also recommended "garlic" and "olive oil", stating that both have "anti-inflammatory properties" that "benefit the kidneys and promote circulation". Garlic has been shown to lower cholesterol, and olive oil is very high in monounsaturated fats - good fats that you need in your diet.

"Cauliflower" was next as Dr Lott explained it is "rich in vitamin C and anti-inflammatory compounds". Cauliflower also contains indoles, glucosinolates, and thiocyanates, which help the liver neutralise toxic substances.

"Apples" also made Dr Lott's list as they have "anti-inflammatory compounds and promote hydration in body tissues". They are also high in vitamin C, low in potassium, and can help lower cholesterol and blood sugar.

Dr Lott then turned his attention to "cabbage", explaining how it "contains phytochemicals that support kidney health". Cabbage is a great source of vitamins C, K and B6, and again it is low in potassium.

The final food on the list was "salmon". Dr Lott explained it is "high in omega-3 fatty acids" that help reduce inflammation. Omega-3 fatty acids also protect against heart disease.

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