Kidney problems are becoming increasingly common due to our modern lifestyle and dietary habits. Taking care of our kidneys is crucial, as they play a vital role in filtering out toxins and waste from our bodies.  One natural and effective way to support kidney health is through the consumption of kidney-cleansing teas. These teas taste great and possess properties that aid in flushing out harmful substances and promoting kidney function. 10 Best Teas to Flush out Toxins from Your Kidneys  Hibiscus Tea Hibiscus tea is mainly made from the dried petals of the hibiscus flower. It's commonly referred to as hibiscus, and most of them are edible. But Hibiscus Sabdariffa is the one mostly used for tea. In Bangladesh, it’s called "Joba Phool."  This tea is packed with antioxidants, particularly vitamin C, and various minerals. It lowers blood pressure, reduces inflammation, and supports kidney health. Hibiscus tea has a delightful tartness of cranberries. To prepare, boil 2 cups fresh or ½ cup dried hibiscus flowers in 8 cups water. Then soak for 15-20 minutes. For sweetening you can add ¼ cup honey or as you desire and 3 tablespoons of fresh lime juice. Next, strain, and serve warm or chilled with ice.  Read more: 10 Healthy Bedtime Teas for Better Sleep, Relaxation Nettle Leaf Tea Nettle leaf tea is derived from the leaves of the Urtica Dioica plant. In Bangladesh, it is widely known as "Bichhuti Pata."  This tea is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, and minerals like iron and calcium. Its health benefits include acting as a diuretic, supporting urinary health, and aiding in detoxification.  Begin by boiling 2 cups of water to make nettle-leaf tea. Next, put 2 tablespoons of dried nettle leaves or half a cup of freshly chopped nettle leaf into the teapot. Then, allow the tea to steep for 5 to 10 minutes. Finally, strain the leaves and savor your cup of nettle leaf tea. Read more: Best Tea Brands in Bangladesh Dandelion Root Tea Dandelion root tea is made from the infusion of the dandelion plant's dried roots. Its scientific name is Taraxacum Officinale. It is locally called "Pitachumki" in Bangladesh.  Dandelion root tea is a good source of potassium, calcium, and vitamins A and C. It helps stimulate kidney function, aids in digestion, and detoxifies the body.  To make dandelion root tea, first boil 250 ml of water. In the water, add 1 tablespoon of dried dandelion root. Next, let it soak for 5-10 minutes. Then, strain, and enjoy the amazing tea. Read more: These are the 10 Most Expensive Teas in the World Unsweetened Green Tea Green tea is a popular beverage worldwide. Scientifically, it’s known as Camellia Sinensis. In Bangladesh, it goes by the name "Shobuj Cha."  This tea is rich in polyphenols, catechins, and antioxidants. It is known for its potential to prevent kidney stones, reduce inflammation, and support overall kidney health.  First, boil 2 cups of water to prepare green tea. Next, remove it from the heat, add 2 tea bags or 1 tablespoon of loose tea, and steep for 3 minutes. Then strain the tea leaves and let the tea cool in the refrigerator. Finally, pour over 2 cups of ice and serve.  Read more: Health benefits of floral teas: 10 blends you can try Tulsi/Holy Basil Tea Holy Basil is an aromatic herb. It’s scientifically known as Ocimum tenuiflorum. In Bangladesh, it is called "Tulsi." It’s widely popular for traditional medicine purposes. Tulsi tea is abundant in vitamin K and antioxidants. It acts as a diuretic, promotes kidney health, and boosts the immune system.  To prepare tulsi tea, boil 1 ½ cups of water. Next, turn off the heat and keep the pot on the stove. Then add 10-15 fresh tulsi leaves or ½ teaspoon tulsi powder (2 tulsi tea bags can be used). Steep it for 7-10 minutes. After that, pour the tea and stir in honey if desired. Remove the leaves and your tea is ready to enjoy.   Read more: Oolong Tea: Health Benefits, Nutrients and Risks

Though Rajma is a very popular dish in North Indian cuisine, it is native to Central Mexico and Guatemala. The Spaniards and the Portuguese carried rajma or kidney beans to Europe. In ancient days, sailors used these dry seeds as the most valuable source of protein. Thus, rajma was brought to Africa and Asia. Rajma is called kidney bean mainly because of its shape and also because that Native Americans used the bean to treat a variety of kidney and bladder complaints. Let’s check out 5 healthy, nutritious, and easy-made rajma, or kidney bean recipes.  Food value of the Rajma, or Kidney Bean Rajma, kidney beans are amazingly nutritious and healthy. Kidney beans mainly consist of carbs and fiber. They are also enriched with protein. From 100 grams of cooked beans, you will get 127 calories,  67% water, 8.7g of protein, 22.8g of carbs, 0.3g of sugar, 6.4g of fiber, 0.5g of fat, and 30.17g of omega. Health Benefits of Kidney Bean or Rajma  -Kidney beans help to regulate Blood Sugar. Rajma helps to stabilize blood glucose levels as it is an excellent source of soluble fiber. -Maintain heart health -Prevents Cancer. -Assists to lose weight -Helps to strengthen bones. - The paste of kidney beans is used as ointments for rheumatism, sciatica, eczema, and common skin infections. Read More: 5 Delightful Lasagna Recipes to Add to Your Repertoire 5 Nutritious Recipes of Rajma or Kidney Bean Rajma Curry Recipe Ingredients 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 onion (finely chopped), 2 garlic cloves (finely chopped), 1 piece ginger (thumb-sized) peeled and finely chopped, 1 small pack coriander, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground paprika, 2 tsp garam masala, 400g can chopped tomatoes, 400g can kidney beans (in water, cooked), and basmati rice (to serve).

Members of Rapid Action Battalion (Rab) on Tuesday arrested six members of an illegal kidney trading racket from the city's Norda and Joypurhat district. The arrestees were identified as Shahriar Imran Ahmed, 36, of Hobiganj, the mastermind of the gang and his associates Md Mehedi Hasan, 24, of Cumilla; Md Saiful Islam, 28, of Chandpur; Md Abdul Mannan, 45, and Md Tajul Islam, 38, of Joypurhat. According to the media wing of Rab headquarters, the intelligence branch of the elite force along with a team of RAB-5 and RAB-2 arrested the six accused after conducting drives in Joypurhat district and Dhaka’s Norda area early hours of Tuesday. Also read: Teen gangs to be reined in: Rab DG Preliminary interrogation revealed that Imran is the admin of two Facebook pages called ‘Bangladesh Kidney and Liver Patient Medical Service’ and ‘Kidney Liver Medical Service’ and so far, he has smuggled more than a hundred people to neighbouring countries to sell kidneys. The total number of members of their racket is 15-20 and they are divided into three groups to carry out the entire illegal kidney trading. The first group of the racket based in Dhaka used to communicate with affluent patients through social media in need of kidney transplantation. The second group identified the poor and needy people in remote areas of the country as per the demand of the first group and brought them to Dhaka by taking advantage of their economic condition and forcing them to become donors for kidney transplantation for money. Later, patients were made to undergo blood matching and other tests with the kidney donors at various diagnostic centres in Dhaka by the third group. Then, they prepare the victim donors to be sent to India by processing his or her passport, visa and fake documents. Another group in India in mutual connivance with this racket received the victim donors and conducted other activities including hospital documentation, surgery. After completing the transplantation, the victim was sent back to the country through north-eastern border areas. The arrestees also confessed to embezzling large amounts of money through this illegal trading of Kidneys. They used to charge Tk 15 to 20 lakh from the patients for each kidney transplant. On the other hand, they assured the kidney donor that they would be paid Tk 3 to 4 lakh and would pay Tk 2 lakh in advance. Also read: Rab exposes Bangladesh’s stunning bad billionaire Legal steps are underway against the arrestees in this regard, said the release.