Parsley leaf decoction on chronic kidney disease

Parsley leaf decoction on chronic kidney disease

People with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), they want to know whether they can take certain food or drink. Indeed, diet plays an important role in the process of kidney disease. Today, let’s see whether coriander leaves decoction is good for Chronic Kidney Disease.

Cilantro leaves and coriander seeds are rich in disease-fighting antioxidants. Research has shown cilantro is specifically rich in carotenoids. Other studies have indicated the potential of coriander oil as a natural antimicrobial compound against C. jejuni in food — a pathogen that causes food-borne diseases worldwide.

Cooks and healers have roasted and ground striated, husk-covered coriander seeds or steeped the leaves to make healing potions for a few thousand years. According to Ayurvedic classifications, cilantro is bitter and astringent and is considered cooling and cleansing. It can effectively help balance the three dominant constitutions (vata, pitta, kapha) and is particularly beneficial for balancing pitta and kapha. Cilantro improves digestion and helps strengthen liver function. In Chinese medicine, cilantro is classified as warming, although the Chinese cook with it to counteract the heating effects of strongly spiced food

1. Improve anemia
Anemia is a common complication in Chronic Kidney Disease as damaged kidneys cannot produce enough erythropoietin that is essential for generation of red blood cells. Coriander leaves contain rich iron, so it is beneficial for improving anemia.
2. Enhance bone health
Due to calcium loss, kidney disease patients are also easy to have bone problem. The rich property of calcium in coriander leaves just can make up this deficinecy.
3. Lower Cholesterol and blood sugar level
This benefit can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes, which will in turn damage the kidneys.
Consumption tips
Coriander leaves decoction is a good way to take it. If you do not like the taste, you can put a slice of lemon into the water. Normally, drinking one glass one or two days is OK.
Warning
Coriander leaves contain a high level of potassium. For those who are in the End Stage Renal Disease, they are required to take coriander leaves decoction limitely to avoid hyperkalemia.

There are five stages of Chronic Kidney Disease, and treatment should vary based on different symptoms you are experiencing. We are glad to help you, please do not hesitate to contact us. You can leave message below or email to sjzhospitalrenal@hotmail.com