4- A Surprising Way to Cleanse Toxic Kidneys - Dr. Berg on Kidney Detoxification

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Answer: B. Filtering blood and removing waste products

Explanation: The kidneys act as natural filters that remove waste such as urea, ammonia, and uric acid from the bloodstream.

What is the main role of the kidney in detoxification?

A. Producing bile to digest fats
B. Filtering blood and removing waste products
C. Breaking down fat-soluble toxins
D. Producing digestive enzymes

Answer: B. The liver makes water-soluble toxins, and the kidney eliminates them

Explanation: The liver converts fat-soluble poisons into water-soluble forms during phase 1 and 2 detoxification; the kidneys then excrete these substances.

How do the liver and kidney work together in detoxification?

A. The kidney creates bile and sends it to the liver
B. The liver makes water-soluble toxins, and the kidney eliminates them
C. The kidney turns toxins into fat-soluble compounds
D. The liver filters blood, and the kidney stores the waste

Answer: C. The kidneys become overloaded

Explanation: When the liver cannot break down toxins properly, the kidneys must handle more waste, which increases stress on them.

What happens if the liver fails to make toxins water-soluble?

A. The lungs will filter them instead
B. The toxins are harmless
C. The kidneys become overloaded
D. The gallbladder produces more bile

Answer: B. Chemicals from the environment

Explanation: Xenobiotics are foreign compounds such as pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, and other synthetic chemicals that stress detox organs.

What are xenobiotics?

A. Natural vitamins in the body
B. Chemicals from the environment
C. Proteins that help kidney function
D. Types of immune cells

Answer: B. Cadmium

Explanation: Dr. Berg notes that cadmium is the worst heavy metal for the kidneys, commonly coming from cigarette smoke and certain fertilizers.

Which of the following heavy metals affects the kidneys most severely?

A. Lead
B. Cadmium
C. Aluminum
D. Arsenic

Answer: B. Smoking and commercial soybeans

Explanation: Cadmium is found in tobacco fertilizer and in some commercial crops like soybeans.

Where does most cadmium exposure come from?

A. Contaminated tap water
B. Smoking and commercial soybeans
C. Cooking with aluminum pots
D. Eating citrus fruits

Answer: B. GFR (glomerular filtration rate)

Explanation: GFR measures how quickly the kidneys filter waste from the blood.

What is the normal test used to check kidney filtering ability?

A. CBC
B. GFR (glomerular filtration rate)
C. HDL test
D. Enzyme panel

Answer: A. Mercury

Explanation: Mercury can come from dental amalgam fillings and larger fish like tuna and swordfish.

Which heavy metal also harms the kidneys and is found in large fish and old fillings?

A. Mercury
B. Iron
C. Zinc
D. Copper

Answer: A. NSAIDs (painkillers)

Explanation: Overuse of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (like ibuprofen) can cause irreversible kidney damage over time.

Which type of medication is linked to long-term kidney damage if overused?

A. NSAIDs (painkillers)
B. Antibiotics
C. Antacids
D. Antihistamines

Answer: B. Sodium–Potassium

Explanation: Maintaining twice as much potassium as sodium is key to protecting the kidneys and controlling blood pressure.

What mineral ratio is most important for kidney protection?

A. Calcium–Magnesium
B. Sodium–Potassium
C. Iron–Zinc
D. Phosphorus–Calcium

Answer: C. 3,400–4,900 mg

Explanation: Dr. Berg mentions the average American consumes between 3.4 and 4.9 grams of sodium daily.

What is the average sodium intake for most people in the U.S.?

A. 1,000 mg
B. 2,000 mg
C. 3,400–4,900 mg
D. 6,000–7,000 mg

Answer: C. 4,700 mg

Explanation: The ideal daily potassium intake should be at least 4,700 mg to balance sodium levels.

What is the recommended potassium intake for kidney protection?

A. 1,500 mg
B. 3,000 mg
C. 4,700 mg
D. 7,000 mg

Answer: C. High blood pressure and kidney disease

Explanation: An imbalance with too much sodium and too little potassium increases risk for hypertension and kidney problems.

What happens when sodium intake is high and potassium is low?

A. Improved kidney function
B. Dehydration
C. High blood pressure and kidney disease
D. Stronger immune system

Answer: B. High-carb diet

Explanation: Dr. Berg says high glucose from excessive carbs causes oxidation and kidney filter damage.

Which type of diet most damages the kidneys, according to Dr. Berg?

A. Low-fat diet
B. High-carb diet
C. High-fiber diet
D. Mediterranean diet

Answer: B. Diabetic nephropathy

Explanation: This refers to kidney damage caused by high blood sugar levels in diabetes.

What condition is common among diabetics that affects the kidneys?

A. Diabetic neuropathy
B. Diabetic nephropathy
C. Diabetic retinopathy
D. Diabetic gastritis

Answer: C. Increased hunger

Explanation: Dr. Berg lists foamy urine, itchiness, ammonia breath, and frequent urination as symptoms, not increased hunger.

Which of the following is not a common symptom of kidney problems mentioned?

A. Foamy urine
B. Itchy skin
C. Increased hunger
D. Ammonia breath

Answer: B. Excess byproducts passing through damaged filters

Explanation: Damaged kidneys allow more waste compounds to pass through, darkening urine color.

Why can urine appear darker in color during kidney problems?

A. Dehydration
B. Excess byproducts passing through damaged filters
C. Vitamin C deficiency
D. Too much protein in the diet

Answer: B. Eliminate toxic exposure

Explanation: Dr. Berg says the top priority is reducing chemical, food, and medication exposure that harms kidneys.

What is the first step in cleansing or improving kidney detox pathways?

A. Eat more protein
B. Eliminate toxic exposure
C. Drink less water
D. Avoid exercise

Answer: B. It reduces oxidation in kidneys

Explanation: A low-carb diet helps lower blood sugar and oxidative stress on the kidneys.

Why does Dr. Berg recommend a low-carb diet for kidney support?

A. It strengthens muscles
B. It reduces oxidation in kidneys
C. It increases sodium
D. It raises blood glucose

Answer: B. 2:1 (twice as much potassium)

Explanation: According to Dr. Berg, potassium intake should be about double the sodium intake.

What should the potassium-to-sodium ratio ideally be?

A. 1:1
B. 2:1 (twice as much potassium)
C. 3:1 (three times as much potassium)
D. 1:2

Answer: B. Avocados and leafy greens

Explanation: These are rich in potassium and help correct the sodium–potassium ratio.

Which foods are high in potassium and help balance kidney minerals?

A. Bread and rice
B. Avocados and leafy greens
C. Cheese and red meat
D. Coffee and chocolate

Answer: B. It produces excess urea and burdens the kidneys

Explanation: Too much protein makes the kidneys work harder to remove nitrogen waste products.

Why should people with kidney stress avoid too much protein?

A. It causes dehydration
B. It produces excess urea and burdens the kidneys
C. It turns into fat
D. It lowers energy levels

Answer: A. Garlic

Explanation: Dr. Berg says garlic helps the kidneys eliminate urea and other byproducts.

Which food increases the clearance of urea from the kidneys?

A. Garlic
B. Apples
C. Wheat
D. Milk

Answer: B. Asparagus

Explanation: Asparagus supports kidney detox and causes a noticeable odor in urine.

Which vegetable is known for causing a distinct urine smell but helps kidney detox?

A. Celery
B. Asparagus
C. Broccoli
D. Cabbage

Answer: B. Parsley and cilantro

Explanation: Both are noted by Dr. Berg for their potential to support elimination of heavy metals.

Which herbs or plants did Dr. Berg recommend for detoxifying heavy metals?

A. Oregano and mint
B. Parsley and cilantro
C. Dill and thyme
D. Basil and sage

Answer: B. Turmeric

Explanation: Turmeric is mentioned as helpful for kidney detoxification.

Which spice is considered “awesome for the kidney”?

A. Cinnamon
B. Turmeric
C. Black pepper
D. Ginger

Answer: A. Cruciferous vegetables

Explanation: Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and kale support both organs.

Which type of vegetables are good for both the liver and kidneys?

A. Cruciferous vegetables
B. Root vegetables
C. Legumes
D. Tubers

Answer: B. Berries (especially blueberries)

Explanation: Dr. Berg highlights berries as beneficial for kidney detox pathways.

Which fruit group is best for kidney detoxification?

A. Citrus fruits
B. Berries (especially blueberries)
C. Dried fruits
D. Tropical fruits

Answer: B. Green tea

Explanation: Green tea contains compounds that help the kidneys detoxify more effectively.

Which beverage contains phytonutrients that support kidney detoxification?

A. Black coffee
B. Green tea
C. Soda
D. Alcohol

Key Answer: B. Liver and kidneys

Explanation:
The liver converts fat-soluble toxins into water-soluble forms, and the kidneys eliminate these waste products through urine.

Which two organs work closely together to detoxify harmful substances from the body?

A. Heart and lungs
B. Liver and kidneys
C. Stomach and pancreas
D. Intestines and gallbladder

Key Answer: B. Filter waste and toxins from the blood

Explanation:
Kidneys act as filters that remove waste, excess water, and toxins from the bloodstream.

The kidney’s main job is to:

A. Produce hormones only
B. Filter waste and toxins from the blood
C. Store bile for digestion
D. Break down carbohydrates

Key Answer: B. Smoking cigarettes

Explanation:
Cigarette smoke contains cadmium, a heavy metal that accumulates in kidneys and damages them.

Which lifestyle habit is most harmful to kidney health due to cadmium exposure?

A. Drinking coffee
B. Smoking cigarettes
C. Eating fruit
D. Exercising

Key Answer: A. Sodium to potassium

Explanation:
A balance with higher potassium and moderate sodium intake protects kidney and heart function.

Which mineral ratio is important for healthy kidneys?

A. Sodium to potassium
B. Calcium to magnesium
C. Iron to zinc
D. Vitamin D to calcium

Key Answer: B. Low-carb diet

Explanation:
High blood sugar damages kidney filters; reducing carbohydrates helps prevent kidney stress.

What kind of diet most reduces kidney stress?

A. High-sugar diet
B. Low-carb diet
C. High-protein diet
D. High-sodium diet