Written By: Bhavyajyoti Chilukoti | Updated : September 25, 2014 4:20 PM IST
Cauliflower or phool gobi is known as a kidney-friendly vegetable as it helps in reducing the inflammation and oxidation of fats to promote healthy functioning of your kidneys. This cruciferous (a vegetable that is part of the cabbage family) vegetable is packed with folate, antioxidants and dietary fibres that indirectly helps in the control of various health conditions like diabetes and heart diseases. All of which may lead to the malfunctioning of your kidneys. Read about 5 reasons to eat cauliflower.
Cauliflower and your kidneys
High amounts of sodium and potassium in the body leads to the accumulation of excess water in the kidneys, affecting their functioning. Cauliflower is low in sodium and potassium, which help in maintaining the fluid levels in your body.
Low in proteins and high in fibre, cauliflower helps in detoxifying your kidneys to eliminate toxins and lower the load on these organs. This vegetable also contains vitamin C that acts as a powerful antioxidant agent to reduce the amount of inflammation in the body and aids in the proper functioning of the kidneys. Cauliflower also helps prevent kidney stones and reduces the risk of chronic renal failure, gout and other kidney diseases. Read more about 10 tips to prevent kidney disease.
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Kidney diet - Reduce the risks of kidney diseases Diet Webmd
Diet - chronic kidney disease PubMed Health
Kidney Failure Diet, Food and Nutrition, Vegetable Kidney Failure
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