You May Not Realize These Habits Are Damaging Your Kidneys

Published on 11/17/2019
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Vitamins and Minerals

Eating a healthy diet filled with whole foods and plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits is important for your overall health as well as your kidney function. A lot of vitamin and mineral deficiencies like Vitamin B6, C, and D, can increase the risk of kidney stones or even kidney failure. For example, vitamin B6 and magnesium are very important in order to prevent the risk of kidney stones.

Vitamins And Minerals

Vitamins And Minerals

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Avocado

We always hear about how nutritious and healthy avocados are, and how healthy they are for the heart with good fats, fiber, and antioxidants. Well, even though they usually are a healthy addition to someone’s diet, people with kidney disease might need to steer clear of them. The reason for that is that avocados are a very rich source of potassium. One cup (150 grams) of avocado has a whopping 727 mg of potassium, which is double the amount of potassium than a medium banana provides. Because of this, avocados, and guacamole as well, should be avoided if someone has been warned to watch their potassium intake.

Avocado

Avocado

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