Traditional Chinese Medicine: Six Summer Fruits That Help Restore Kidney Function

Some summer fruits have the ability to support kidney function recovery thanks to their diuretic, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Cherries are a fruit that helps support kidney filtration function. (Illustration image created by AI)

Watermelon - a "medicine" to cool and detoxify

Watermelon is 92% water and contains lycopene and citrulline - two antioxidants that help improve blood circulation and reduce pressure on the kidneys.

According to Dr. Liu Qing of Traditional Chinese Medicine at Beijing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine (China), watermelon helps with urination, promoting the excretion of urea, uric acid and other metabolites through urine, thereby naturally cleansing the kidneys.

In addition, watermelon also helps reduce inflammation and fight urinary tract infections - factors that easily cause kidney stones.

Mulberry - supports kidney cleansing

In traditional Chinese medicine, mulberries are considered a fruit that "nourishes the liver and kidneys and nourishes the blood." This fruit is rich in anthocyanins, vitamin C and iron, which help fight oxidation, improve blood circulation to the kidneys and support the production of new blood cells.

Research published in the Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine (2023) shows that mulberry extract helps reduce kidney damage caused by oxidative stress and supports kidney cell regeneration in experimental mouse models.

Cherries - anti-inflammatory, reduce uric acid

Cherries are rich in anthocyanins and quercetin - compounds that reduce inflammation, support kidney filtration function, and prevent uric acid accumulation - the cause of kidney stones and gout.

According to Dr. Wang Jie, a nephrology specialist at Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, people at risk of chronic kidney disease should supplement with cherries several times a week to help control inflammation and blood filtration function.

Dragon fruit - cools the body, rich in fiber and water

Dragon fruit contains a lot of fiber, water and betalain compounds that help fight oxidation, reduce inflammation, and aid digestion. This fruit helps cool the body in the summer and also supports the detoxification process through the urinary tract.

Dr. Zhang Hong, a Chinese nutritionist, said that dragon fruit "is not only good for diabetics but also helps reduce blood filtration pressure on the kidneys thanks to its ability to stabilize blood sugar and mildly fight inflammation."

Apples and pears - kidney friendly

In traditional Chinese medicine, apples and pears are classified as having a neutral nature, sweet and cool taste, and the effect of nourishing yin, moistening the lungs, and detoxifying. Pears are highly valued for their ability to cool the lungs, promote urination, and support kidney cleansing.

A study from the Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine (2021) showed that polyphenols in pears help reduce kidney tissue inflammation and improve filtration function in people with early-stage kidney disease.

Notes when using fruits to support kidney function

Although fruit is a safe natural food source, people with kidney problems need to be careful with the amount of potassium, sugar, and water contained in each fruit.

Dr. Wang Jie recommends, "People with chronic kidney disease should consult their doctor before increasing their fruit intake, especially if potassium or water restrictions are prescribed."

To effectively restore kidney function, fruit needs to be combined with a healthy diet, adequate water intake, limited salt and animal protein, while maintaining a habit of light exercise, adequate sleep and regular kidney function checks.

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