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​Nourishing food to support the kidneys: by Carolyn Laney, BA, MCM, Dipl.Ac., L.Ac., CMT

2/15/2020

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Nourishing food to support the kidneys: by Carolyn Laney, BA, MCM, Dipl.Ac., L.Ac., CMT
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Winter is a great time for eating nourishing foods that warm the body and support the kidneys. In Chinese medicine, the kidneys represent the essence or our body’s constitution, childhood development and the aging process. They correspond with the bones, marrow, and the brain, sexual function and fertility, and help us process stress. Nourishing the kidneys boosts mental clarity and cognitive function, helps us manage stress, and aids in development and slows the aging process to an appropriate rhythm. 
 
Foods that help with kidney function that are naturally salty and bitter in nature (no added or excess salt, please). These foods include:
Fruits and vegetables: 
  • Turnips
  • Celery
  • Asparagus
  • Chicory
  • Seaweed
  • Blackberries
  • Mulberries
  • Water chestnut
 
Grains and Legumes:
  • Rye
  • Oats
  • Quinoa
  • Amaranth
  • Millet
  • Barley
  • Black beans
  • Wheat germ
 
Lean meats, seafood, and protein:
  • Chicken
  • Lamb
  • Trout
  • Salmon
  • Sardines
  • Crab
  • Clam
  • Pork
  • Tofu
  • Miso
  • Eggs
  • Cheese
  • Walnuts
 
Spices and seasonings
  • Cloves
  • Fennel seed
  • Dried ginger
  • Cinnamon
 
This is by no means a list of foods that you should narrow your diet to, but ones that you can incorporate into your diet throughout the season. It is always best to eat a variety of foods. 
 
Not sure how to incorporate these foods? Here’s some links to recipes that utilize some of these foods in the dish. Enjoy!
 
https://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/crispy-skin-salmon-with-miso-honey-sauce
 
https://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/greens-and-grains-scramble-51195250
 
https://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/coconut-cabbage-and-tofu-with-lemongrass-and-ginger
 
https://www.epicurious.com/expert-advice/big-pot-of-black-beans-9-meals-article
 
https://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/asian-vegetable-noodle-toss
 
In need of extra support in these winter months? Reach out and make an appointment. We are here to help!
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