Is it okay to eat abalone if you have kidney problems and high blood sugar?
Disease description:
My kidney function is poor, and I've been experiencing dizziness recently. After an examination, my doctor told me that my blood sugar levels are high. Today, a friend brought me some abalone, and I would like to know if it's safe for someone with kidney problems and high blood sugar to eat abalone?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Patients with both poor kidney function and high blood sugar can eat abalone, but they should strictly control the intake amount and follow their doctor's dietary recommendations.
1. Abalone is rich in protein, vitamin A, calcium, and other nutrients. For the general population, moderate consumption of abalone can help supplement necessary nutrients. However, for patients with impaired kidney function, a high-protein diet may increase the burden on the kidneys, so protein intake must be strictly controlled, following the principle of a low-protein diet.
2. Patients with high blood sugar also need to control total calorie and carbohydrate intake to avoid blood sugar fluctuations. Although abalone is not considered a high-sugar food, it is high in protein and cholesterol. Excessive consumption may negatively affect blood sugar and lipid control.
Regularly monitor blood sugar and kidney function indicators, and adjust diet and treatment plans according to medical advice.
