Can patients with lupus nephritis eat garlic chives?
Disease description:
My husband has lupus nephritis. I've heard that many foods are off-limits—can he eat Chinese chives?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Xinju
Patients with lupus nephritis can eat Chinese chives. Chinese chives are rich in various vitamins and dietary fiber, and have effects such as tonifying the kidneys, enhancing yang, promoting qi circulation, invigorating blood flow, and stimulating appetite. Consuming an appropriate amount of Chinese chives may benefit the treatment and recovery of kidney diseases. However, intake should be moderate; excessive consumption may lead to gastrointestinal irritation from dietary fiber, potentially worsening the condition of lupus nephritis.
