Oct 9, 2023, 02:48 PM IST

Superfoods for kidney health

Riddhima Kanetkar

Red bell peppers are low in potassium and are also an excellent source of vitamins C and A, as well as vitamin B6, folic acid and fiber

Cabbage is packed full of phytochemicals, chemical compounds in fruit or vegetables that break up free radicals before they can do damage

Cauliflower is high in vitamin C and a good source of folate and fiber

Garlic has antimicrobial properties that help prevent plaque from forming on your teeth, lowers cholesterol, and reduces inflammation

Onions are rich in flavonoids, especially quercetin, a powerful antioxidant that may reduce heart disease and protect against many cancers

Apples may help reduce cholesterol, prevent constipation, protect against heart disease and reduce the risk of cancer

Cranberries may protect against bladder infections by preventing bacteria from sticking to the bladder wall