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ys Caring for your kidne ERAPIST JANE PUGH WITH NUTRITIONAL TH The kidneys play a central role in balancing levels of water, electrolytes, vitamins, minerals and metabolites within the body. The kidneys work around the clock to keep the body fluids in balance. Your kidneys can be thought of as the chemical filtration plant within the body. The blood is an organic soup containing an array of specialised cells, food and organic chemicals. Clean blood that has been processed by the liver arrives at the kidneys. These organs then filter the blood to remove wastes and reabsorb essential nutrients and water. Electrolyte balance, blood pressure and the pH balance of the body are all regulated by the kidneys. The adrenal glands sit atop the kidneys and produce a spectrum of hormones responsible for our stress responses and electrolyte balance. A diet high in nutrient rich foods will help to maintain whole body health and the strength of the internal organs. Fresh vegetables and fruit, whole grains, nuts and seeds should form the bulk of our food. This is then combined with high quality protein from fish, eggs and meat, together with essential fats from plant and fish oils. Maintain good bowel health as poor elimination may place pressure onto other abdominal organs. A well thought out supplement regime is important as too many mineral supplements can stress the kidneys. Traditional Chinese medicine advocates avoiding cold wet food in cold months as this can place pressure onto the kidneys. Clear fresh water supports the liver and kidneys in eliminating wastes. Consider trying a morning kidney flush: • Juice of 2 lemons and 1 lime • Pinch of cayenne pepper • 1 tsp maple syrup • Top up with warm water Drink slowly first thing and leave an hour before consuming any food. The kidney flush is not suitable for anyone diagnosed with a kidney condition or anyone following a low potassium diet. Everyone can benefit from boosting the health of their kidneys and other vital organs and I help clients to understand how they can maintain this in the longer term. Exercise, good sleep, making time for fun and relaxation, and drinking plenty of fresh water, completes the package for whole body health. If you would like to learn more about Nutritional Therapy, please go to www.lifeforcenutrition.co.uk. Here are some specific things that you can use to support your kidneys. It is widely accepted within nutritional practice that warm water with lemon first thing supports the liver and kidneys. Similarly, ginger in warm water may be calming to the adrenal glands. Manage your stress levels to protect the adrenal glands which work together with other hormone producing (endocrine) glands throughout the body. I run a private clinic in a comfortable and welcoming practice room in Church Crookham five days a week and I offer a free initial consultation by phone to help you to assess if this approach is suitable for you. For appointments, or to learn more, please call Jane on 07881 915537. Jane Deep breathing from the diaphragm can help to reduce stress. 07881 915537 Advertisement Feature n.co.uk www.lifeforcenutritio 31