What foods are good for kidney health?
Disease description:
My own kidneys are not in good condition. My doctor mentioned that diet can help nourish the kidneys, and I would like to know which foods are beneficial for kidney health.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Kidney health not only depends on specific foods, but more importantly, on a balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. The following are some foods traditionally believed to be beneficial for kidney health:
1. Black beans and black sesame seeds: Due to their dark color, these foods are traditionally considered beneficial for the kidneys in Chinese medicine and are rich in protein and trace elements.
2. Walnuts: Containing abundant unsaturated fatty acids, walnuts are good for heart health and may also support kidney function.
3. Eel and sea bass: Fish are rich in high-quality protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for overall health.
4. Foods that resemble the shape of kidneys, such as cashew nuts: Although there is no direct evidence that they can nourish the kidneys, they have traditionally been regarded as kidney-nourishing foods due to their shape.
5. Lycium barbarum (goji berries): In traditional Chinese medicine, goji berries are believed to have the effect of nourishing the kidneys and liver and can be consumed by steeping in water or adding to dishes.
6. Chinese yam (Dioscorea opposita): As a mild tonic, Chinese yam is believed to help regulate kidney function.
