Pre existing Kidney diseases, #COVID19 and Foods.

Many patients with severe COVID-19 are those with co-existing, chronic conditions, including high blood pressure and diabetes. Both of these increase the risk of kidney disease.
https://www.kidney-international.org/article/S0085-2538%2820%2930255-6/fulltext

Low potassium & sodium Foods play major role to maintain healthy kidney functions.

Top 5 foods for good kidney health.

1. Red bell peppers: 1/2 cup serving red bell pepper = 1 mg sodium, 88 mg potassium, 10 mg phosphorus. Excellent source of vitamin C, A and B6.

2. Cabbage: 1/2 cup serving green cabbage = 6 mg sodium, 60 mg potassium, 9 mg phosphorus. High in vitamin K, vitamin C and fiber, cabbage is also a good source of vitamin B6 and folic acid. Low in potassium and low in cost, it’s an affordable addition to the kidney diet.

3. Cauliflower: 1/2 cup serving boiled cauliflower = 9 mg sodium, 88 mg potassium, 20 mg phosphorus. Another cruciferous vegetable, cauliflower is high in vitamin C and a good source of folate and fiber.

4. Apples: 1 medium apple with skin = 0 sodium, 158 mg potassium, 10 mg phosphorus. Apples have been known to reduce cholesterol, prevent constipation, protect against heart disease and reduce the risk of cancer. High in fiber and anti-inflammatory compounds.

5. Egg whites: 2 egg whites=7 grams protein, 110 mg sodium, 108 mg potassium, 10 mg phosphorus. Egg whites are pure protein & provide all essential amino acids. For the kidney diet, egg whites provide protein w/ less phosphorus than other protein sources such as egg yolk or meat.

Other than foods, water intake is most important too. Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water everyday. Remember, a healthy, complete diet plate is beneficial to ensure a holistic well-being along with physical activity and good mental health.