5 Food You Must Eat To Lower Creatinine
The top 5 superfoods of today’s video have anti-inflammatory, diabetes fighting and kidney health boosting properties.
They’re great to lower your creatinine and take good care of your kidneys,
Yes. these are 5 foods all kidney patients must eat every week, at least.
And I’ve ranked them, so you’ll see which one you have to eat more frequently!
My name is Katherine and today’s video is going to be really special!
While all the foods I usually show you are healthy, these 5 are a must for a healthy renal diet.
And maybe you’ll also discover a couple of new things you didn’t know you could eat:
Actually, there are a couple of myths and misconceptions about the renal diet I can’t wait to dispel for good!
So, let’s start immediately!
Our number 5 is one of the healthiest tropical fruits!
It’s so healthy because it contains a “SUPER ANTIOXIDANT” that can fight chronic diseases!
But is it safe for your renal diet? Let’s see!
Number 5 is..
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Mango
Mangoes have significant health benefits for your gut, heart and kidneys!
They contain high levels of fiber and pectin, both incredibly useful to control cholesterol levels and blood sugar levels.
This makes mangoes suitable even for diabetics, also thanks to its low glycemic index.
Mangoes are packed with polyphenols, including Mangiferin, the “super antioxidant”.
Amongst the polyphenols, Mangiferin has gained the most interest, since it’s especially powerful against free radical damage linked to cancers, diabetes and other illnesses.
This is why they call it a “super antioxidant”, and mango is full of this polyphenol.
This fruit is also really rich in fiber, twice what you can find in an apple, and that’s great for diabetic patients.
Yes, mangoes are not just really tasty, they’re healthy too.
But can people with kidney disease eat mango? Well let’s take a look at the nutritional values.
As we can see here, one medium sized mango weighting around 300g, without the bone, packs a serious amount of vitamins and fiber. Great.
But there’s one thing we don’t like, right here: potassium. More than 500mg for a single fruit, a bit too much for some patients.
What to do then? Should you completely avoid mangoes just because they’re bigger than apples and some old doctor decided that they contain too much potassium?
Well, maybe, just cut it in half.
Half mango has just a little bit more potassium than a medium sized apple. Absolutely safe for any single kidney disease patient.
And you will get some health benefits you wouldn’t have from an apple, including the super antioxidant.
Not to mention that mangoes are super tasty!
Also, you can share this fruit with a friend or a family member, this way they can benefit from them too.
So, share a mango, and also share this video with anyone you know who is suffering from kidney disease.
Click the share button or send them an email! Who wouldn’t like to know they can eat mango?
And, if none of your friends like mangoes, don’t worry: you can cut it into chunks and freeze it!
When it’s frozen, you can blend it, add some lemon and make a sorbet!
Ok, the title of this video is 5 things you must eat regularly.
So how often should you eat mango? You cannot base your diet on exotic fruits, but what about eating it once in a while to add some variety to your diet?
And this applies to many other “forbidden” foods I’ve shown you in my previous videos, such as watermelon, oats and even potatoes.
Did you know you can leach potatoes and add them back to your menu?
So, our number 5 is adding a bit more variety to your diet. Don’t eat random foods, obviously, but get informed and find new things you can add to your diet.
That’s what I’m here for, right?
Now, here’s how we eat mango in the Philippines.
Taglia taglia mangia ack
Mmmm it’s my favorite fruit! And it’s so hard to find good ones here in Italy!
Unlike the number 4, which is a true staple here!
And it can be a staple of your renal diet too! Let’s see it!
Number 4,
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Legumes and beans!
Ok, let’s clarify one thing about beans and legumes immediately: they’re very healthy for you.
First of all, they’re a great source of fiber, very important because most people don’t get the recommended daily amount of fiber.
They’re also a source of iron and magnesium.
And this is part of the reason why they’re so heart healthy and great to keep blood sugar levels and cholesterol under control.
And, if you follow me here regularly, you already know how important these things are for you!
Now, I know that this opinion of mine clashes with the opinion of many, more conservative, nutritionists.
Because many legumes are high both in potassium and phosphorus.
The solution?
Eat green beans!
Not only are green beans a nice, crunchy, low-calorie food, they also have the same benefits of other legumes.
But without the potassium!
They have just 211 mg of potassium and per cup!
This makes them very healthy and very suitable for a renal diet.
Great!
Another great option is green peas, with 354mg of potassium per cup.
Green peas contain a decent amount of heart-healthy minerals, such as magnesium and calcium.
Diets high in these nutrients may be helpful for preventing high blood pressure, very useful to make your kidneys healthy.
Now, other legumes you can add to your diet are fava beans, and chickpeas.
They’re richer in potassium but still very healthy.
But avoid white beans, navy beans, white kidney, lima beans and other high potassium legumes.
And watch my video about potassium, if you’re concerned with it.
Another concern is phosphorus. Phosphorus in legumes is not completely absorbed by the body, just 50 percent usually, so that’s another thing that some people tend to overestimate.
So, now you know why legumes are one of those foods that has been unfairly demonized for kidney patients.
Eat more of them, now that you know you can.
So, how often should you eat legumes and beans, as a part of a healthy diet to lower your creatinine?
My advice, based on a recent study, conducted on non-dialysis kidney patients, is to eat them twice per week.
Use them to replace some other protein source when you eat pasta or bread.
And by the way guys, do you like my top 5s? if so let me know in comment section! You know, I always do my best to make contents you’ll like!
Time for our number 3 now!
This is something you will want to eat every day!
Let’s see why and…
Let’s see what’s inside!
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Oh, plums!
Black plums are a great addition to your renal diet, they’re low in potassium and rich in fiber, magnesium and calcium.
Plums belong to the same family as peaches, nectarines, and apricots.
But they’re richer in antioxidants, especially Anthocyanins, a specific type of polyphenol that gives them they’re dark color.
And you want a lot of antioxidants in our diet. The more the better.
Now, plums have another great benefit, they can relieve constipation.
Fresh plums are available from June through October since their peak season is August and September.
So right now, it’s your best chance to add them to your diet, if you haven’t already.
Three small plums, like these I have here, have a little bit less potassium than a medium size apple. This makes them absolutely safe.
When you select plums in the produce section of your market, look for fruit that is free of nicks and blemishes.
They should be even in color, appear to be plump and smell sweet.
Avoid purchasing plums that are rock-hard. Also avoid dried prunes, they’re not suitable for a renal diet.
Ok, so the idea behind today’s video was to show you foods to eat every day.
And seasonal fruits are something you should really eat on a daily basis.
Maybe not just plums, but also other fruits in season, such as grapes, peaches, apples and more.
Make these fruits a regular entry of your healthy way of eating, and your kidneys will be happy!
Time for our number 2!
Another unfairly demonized food that’s actually great for you!
Let’s see what’s inside!
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Oh, white rice AND brown rice
I never talk about rice, because I was convinced that everyone already eats it regularly.
But, turns out, just like for legumes, there’s a lot of misconception surrounding rice in general and white rice in particular.
A lot of people don’t eat it because it’s a source of carbs.
There’s even the false notion that eating rice can lead to weight gain.
And, lately, some doctors are even recommending their CKD patients to avoid brown rice.
But is this a good idea? I mean, rice is the staple food of more than half of the world’s population,
it is accompanied with almost any dish from breakfast to dinner and snacks.
Should kidney disease patients really avoid it?
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So, let’s clarify this: eating rice regularly is 100% a safe part of a healthy renal diet.
Today, I’ll show you why.
First of all, white rice is low in sodium, potassium, and phosphorus.
It has just 13 mg of potassium per half cup portion, or about 65g, and 60 mg of phosphorus.
This makes it perfectly safe for people with kidney disease in any stage.
White Rice is also considered a Safe Carbohydrate, since it is easy to digest and anyone can eat it.
People with chronic digestive issues will have a much easier time digesting white rice than brown rice and other varieties.
And it’s also naturally gluten-free.
In addition, it is a good source of energy, inexpensive, and versatile for meal planning.
This is why I tell you White rice is unfairly criticized.
There’s just one problem with it, actually:
If you eat too much of it, more than three to four times a week, it may increase the risk of type 2 diabetes.
This is why I’m also showing you some alternatives:
here with me I have several types of rice.
Whit rice, brown rice, parboiled
Which one is healthier for your kidneys?
It seems like common knowledge that brown rice is “better” for you than white rice, and in many ways, that’s true.
Brown rice varieties have more natural nutrients … fiber, vitamins, minerals, while
white rice varieties have been stripped of the natural nutrition.
This means that white rice isn’t considered a whole grain like brown rice is.
and it’s no secret that whole grains win out over refined carbohydrates in a healthy diet.
This one in particular is brown basmati, and it’s a great choice for people with diabetes and for anyone who want to keep their blood sugar levels down.
Being a whole grain, it has a lot more fiber, nutrients and vitamins. It’s basically heathier.
But there’s more to the argument than “white rice is bad, brown rice is good.”
in the US and many other countries, white rice is typically enriched with added nutrients, including iron and B vitamins like folic acid, niacin, thiamine and more.
It’s called white enriched rice and should be easy enough to find. But in other countries you’re going to find just regular rice, so double check the label to be sure, alright?
Now, another very interesting type of rice is parboiled rice
also known as converted rice,
It looks like regular white rice, and might sound like its precooked, but it’s not.
Instead, its processed quite differently from other types of rice.
Because of the special processing, parboiled rice is a better source of fiber, calcium, potassium, and vitamin B-6 than regular white rice.
The process for parboiled does not precook the rice, so it still takes about 20 minutes to prepare.
Conclusion, eat rice regularly, up to 4 times a week or more, if you’re not diabetic. It’s 100% a safe part of a healthy renal diet.
So, eat white rice, parboiled or enriched white rice if you don’t have diabetes and want to keep phosphorus intake low.
Eat brown rice or find other low glicemic alternatives such as wild rice or brown basmati if you have diabetes, or if you want a more nutrient alternative to white rice.
Just be careful with Prepared rice mixes, they often contain salt. Again, always check the label.
Almost time for our number 1. There’s just one more thing I want to show you before.
A lot of kidney disease patients are using this program to improve their kidney function and lower their creatinine levels.
There are some very inspiring success stories here on 00kidney,
people are reversing their kidney disease thanks to what they learned here.
This is why, if you’re serious about improving your renal function, you should consider downloading this program.
I’m leaving a link down in description if you want to know more!
Ok, can’t wait to show you our number 1!
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Leafy greens !!!!!!!!!
Kale and spinach are incredibly healthy; many people consider them the healthiest foods on the planet.
They’re so alkaline they neutralize the unhealthy effects of less healthy foods.
And they’re also rich in iron, vitamin C, various vitamins from the b group and more.
But be aware that being so rich in nutrients means that spinach are also rich in potassium.
Kale is better, it’s one of the cooked greens with the lowest potassium amount,
but it still has about 300mg of potassium per cup, or 70mg.
That’s not very low, actually, but it’s still safe and it’s worth renouncing to some other high potassium food.
Now, other leafy greens with incredible health benefits, and lower potassium than kale and spinach are
Green cabbage, with just 150mg potassium per cup or 90g
Lettuce, with just 70mg potassium per cup or or 36g
But you should also consider arugula, collard, broccoli, cucumber and more.
if it’s green, it’s probably healthy.
How often should you consume these cruciferous superfoods?
Daily. That’s what I do, and there’s no reason why you shouldn’t do the same.
Ok, this was our last one for today. I hope you enjoyed this video and that you’ve also discovered something new to add to your diet.
A new video is coming next Friday, as usual, don’t miss it!
This is all for today, see you next time!
About the Author
Michaelw Hi, my name is Michael and in this blog I'm gonna share the story of how I got off kidney dialysis for good. Getting off dialysis isn't easy at all, and that's why I'm trying to help people as much as I can.
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