Guyabano is an edible fruit that has been used traditionally for variety of health benefits. Apart from its anti-cancer properties, it has several other health benefits. Well is guyabano fruit good for kidney patients?
Kidney disease management includes preventing inflammation, treating diabetes, boosting immune system, relieving anemia and preventing constipation, etc so the diet should also contribute to kidney disease management. Guyabano has the following health benefits:
1. Treatment of diabetes
Diabetes is a leading cause of kidney disease. People with diabetes for a long time should treat diabetes timely so as not to result in kidney disease. The nutrients in guyabano are believed to stabilize blood sugar level in the normal range. Besides, the extracts of guyabano leaves can be used as one of the natural diabetes remedies.
2. Boost immune system
Kidney disease will weaken your immune system and make you easy to be infected. Moreover, further damage can also occur. The nutrient in guyabano is believed to boost the immune system and avoid infections in the body.
3. Prevent anemia
Anemia is a common complication in kidney disease. An iron provider can help relieve anemia to some extent.
4. Prevent constipation
Kidney disease patients often experience constipation. Guyabano is rich in fiber which can aid constipation and lower the risk of other colon problems.
5. Prevent muscle cramps
Guyabano is a good source of potassium which can fight against muscle weakness in kidney disease patients. However, if there is a high potassium level in blood, you had better limit or avoid the intake of guyabano.
From the above, we can see guyabano is a good fruit for kidney patients but not all patients can eat it. If you want to get your own diet suggestion, you can leave us a message below or send an email to kidneycares@hotmail.com. We will give you some suggestion according to your own illness condition. Best wishes for you.