Home remedies for kidney failure, watermelon

Condition analysis:
Hi, Yes, it is serious, as the kidneys have got affected due to Diabetes. Proper medication n Good diet will help him manage the situation. Do call me for any help on diet, as I'm a Renal Dietitian.

Instructions:
Home Remedies For Kidney Failure – Watermelon: Watermelon is considered one of potential home remedies for kidney failure and kidney disease because of three following reasons.

First, watermelon is low in phosphorous and potassium. Doctors always advise the patients with kidney problems to limit the phosphorus and potassium intake. Phosphorous and potassium are two minerals leading to dysfunction of kidneys.

Second, watermelon consists of 92 percent alkaline water that helps the kidney and urinary system to flush the accumulated toxic and waste products. In fact, regular watermelon consumption can dissolve kidney stones.

Last but not least, watermelon aid in processing ammonia and help to transfer it to urea, and thereby, relieving the strain put on the kidneys.

However, it is important for me to note that watermelon is highly loaded with natural sugar. Patients with kidney failure and disease caused by diabetes should not consume too much watermelon on a regular basis.