Our kidneys have an extremely important function within our bodies and we should take time to ensure that they remain healthy as we need them to survive. Any problems with our kidneys start gradually however so with care, we can prevent or slow down many of the common problems.

The kidneys filter any toxins and waste away from our bloodstream. To understand how the process works, after we have eaten, the wastes and toxins are sent to the bloodstream and our kidneys then work hard to filter the blood so that clean blood goes back through our system. Any of the waste or toxins are sent through the bladder and filtered out through urination.

If the kidneys do not work properly, health problems will start to occur and these symptoms can be kidney stones, infections, swelling, itching, dizziness and pain. There are additional circumstances which could affect the kidneys and this could be through sustaining an injury, and through taking medicines such as ibuprofen for a long period for example.

It is vital that we learn to keep the kidneys healthy, if they stop working, we will be unable to live.

The most common associated kidney problems are infections and stones although other diseases can occur through having conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes.

One of the best ways to combat kidney problems is to drink more fluids because when the body becomes dehydrated, calcium etc can begin to form into kidney stones. Being dehydrated also allows any germs or bacteria to cause infections within the kidneys.

Instead of using antibiotics, Kidney infections can be treated in a gentler more natural way by using herbs, this has to be a preferred option. Kidney stones for example are more common in men than women but if unlucky enough to start forming these stones, try increasing your fluid intake and also by drinking lemon water. This really can stop the stones forming and will help any existing ones to break up.

Natural Treatments for healthy kidneys are:

Infection Relief

Use Garlic and Goldenseal to help combat kidney infections and bladder infections respond well to drinking cranberry juice, it is worth noting that cranberry juice is also very beneficial to the kidneys in general. Taking a Kelp supplement is useful when fighting infection because it can fight germs and bacteria. Juniper Berries have been proven to help clear any congestion that may be present in the kidneys or the bladder.

Hydration

Drink plenty of water and if you are not keen on plain water, add lemon juice to flavour or drink herbal teas and juices. Avoid those drinks with too much sugar and avoid caffeine where possible as you will need additional water to stay hydrated.

Meditation

Learning how to relax and to meditate is beneficial not just for the kidneys but the whole body, and meditation as well as being able to release pent up emotions and feelings of bitterness, can be used for healing purposes such as colour visualisations to self-heal.