Kidneys are among the most important organs that not only filter blood and maintain a healthy balance of water in your body but also regulate pH, salt and potassium levels. And hence, it is important to maintain them and keep them healthy. According to experts, kidney problems can be avoided by an active lifestyle and nutritious diet. However, certain factors can increase your risk of developing kidney damage or disease.

There are some drinks at night that help your kidneys function smoothly. Besides water, the best kidney cleansers you can have before going to bed include:

carrot juice

Studies say that drinking nutritious carrot juice – at least 2 small glasses – is great for cleansing your fist-sized organs. Carrot juice, rich in antioxidant effects, also works as a medicine for damaged kidneys.

Rich in potassium and vitamin C, carrot juice also boosts immunity and improves kidney functioning. It also helps reduce the risk of calcium oxalate stone formation as they contain citrate, which can reduce the amount of acid in the urine and prevent stone formation.

green tea

Green tea is one of the best beverages for your kidneys, as it is rich in catechins—antioxidants that reduce inflammation in your body.

Being a popular drink, consuming green tea before sleeping protects the overall health of the kidneys.

Apple Juice/Cider Vinegar

This delicious juice reduces the chances of developing calcium oxalate kidney stones, which are extremely painful and debilitating.

According to studies, apple cider vinegar also helps in dissolving kidney stones due to the strong presence of acetic acid. Apart from cleansing the kidneys, apple cider vinegar can help reduce the pain caused by stones.

cranberry juice

Cranberry juice is rich in antioxidants, which not only reduce inflammation but also boost your immunity levels.

Cranberry juice also reduces the chances of developing urinary tract infections. According to studies, this happens because cranberry juice prevents bacteria from sticking to the urinary tract. While many times a UTI does not affect the kidneys, if not treated in time, the infection can move to the urinary tract and kidneys, causing a condition called pyelonephritis.

Cranberry juice, which is unsweetened and low in sugar, is the best option to drink before saying goodnight to everyone.

kidney bean broth

This natural broth, made from cooked kidney beans, is a traditional dish often eaten in India. It is popularly believed that it improves urinary and kidney health.

To try it, simply strain the liquid from cooked beans and drink it several times a day.

lemon juice

To keep your kidneys healthy, add freshly squeezed lemon to your water whenever you want. Lemon is rich in citrate, a chemical that prevents the formation of calcium stones. The chemical also helps break up smaller stones, making them easier to pass out.

A large amount of lemon juice will probably be needed to make a big effect, but a few may have a small effect.

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