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Can kidney transplant patients eat perilla?

Jun 20, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Guang
Introduction
Whether kidney transplant patients can consume perilla depends primarily on their specific health condition. If recovery is progressing well, moderate consumption is generally acceptable. However, if kidney function is unstable, it is not recommended. In daily life, patients are advised to regularly monitor kidney function indicators and assess kidney function status to promptly adjust their diet and treatment plans accordingly.

Whether kidney transplant patients can consume perilla mainly depends on their specific health conditions. If the recovery is good, moderate consumption is usually acceptable. However, if kidney function is unstable, perilla is not recommended. Detailed explanations are as follows:

Perilla contains abundant antioxidant substances and nutrients, such as vitamin C, vitamin E, and various minerals. These components help enhance immune function and promote overall health. If a kidney transplant patient has recovered well post-surgery, with a stable immune system and no signs of rejection, moderate consumption of perilla is safe.

However, if kidney function is unstable—for example, if the patient has acute kidney injury, hyperkalemia, hyperphosphatemia, or is at risk for transplant rejection—or if there is a risk of specific drug interactions, then perilla should not be consumed. Therefore, caution is needed when consuming perilla, and it is best to adjust the diet under the guidance of a professional physician.

In daily life, patients are advised to regularly monitor kidney function indicators and assess kidney function status in order to promptly adjust dietary and treatment plans.

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