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News Topical, Digital Desk : Bitter gourd juice is no less than a boon for health. From diabetes patients to those who want to lose weight, everyone can count its benefits on their fingers, but have you ever wondered how the juice that we consider so beneficial affects our kidneys? Does it keep our kidneys healthy or is it slowly damaging them? Let's know in detail in this article.

Is bitter gourd juice beneficial for kidneys?

Bitter gourd juice can be beneficial for the kidneys in many ways.

  • Detoxification: The properties found in bitter gourd help in removing toxins from the body. It cleanses the blood, which reduces the workload of the kidneys.
  • Diabetes control: Diabetes patients are  at a very high risk of kidney failure  . Bitter gourd juice helps control blood sugar, thereby reducing the pressure on the kidneys.
  • Beneficial in kidney stones: Some experts believe that bitter gourd is a diuretic, that is, it increases the amount of urine. This can help in removing kidney stones.

These damages can happen due to excessive drinking

While bitter gourd has many benefits, its excessive consumption can also be harmful, especially for the kidneys.

  • Oxalate: Bitter gourd contains an element called oxalate. People who have kidney stone problems or have a family history of it should consume it in limited quantities. Excess oxalate can increase the risk of kidney stones.
  • Pressure on the kidneys: Drinking bitter gourd juice in large quantities can put pressure on the liver and kidneys, making them work beyond their capacity. This can weaken these organs in the long run.


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