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Twelve Foods Can Help Reverse Kidney Damage—Most People Aren't Aware They Have It)

Knowing About Disease and Function of the Kidneys

Our kidneys serve the body's needs in many different ways. They produce urine, remove waste and extra water from the blood, control blood pressure, balance electrolytes, and even help control blood sugar. Important hormones that are necessary for healthy bones, the immune system, and the generation of red blood cells, such as vitamin D and erythropoietin, are also produced by the kidneys.

About half a cup of blood is filtered by healthy kidneys every minute, eliminating waste, toxins, and excess water for excretion in the urine. On the other hand, more than 40 million adult Americans suffer from renal disease, frequently without even being aware of it. Specifically, chronic renal disease is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular