What Foods Should I Eat If I Have Kidney Disease?
Disease description:
My friend's mother has kidney disease, and I recently wanted to invite her to my home. I was wondering, for someone with kidney disease, what foods are safe to eat?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Guang
For patients with kidney disease, a proper diet can help reduce the burden on the kidneys and slow the progression of the disease. The following are some suitable foods for kidney disease patients:
1. High-quality, low-protein foods: such as eggs, milk, and lean meat. These foods are rich in essential amino acids and can meet the body's nutritional needs while reducing the metabolic burden on the kidneys.
2. Fresh vegetables: such as Chinese cabbage, broccoli, celery, and cucumber. These are rich in vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber, which help maintain normal metabolism and intestinal health.
3. Light and easily digestible foods: the diet of patients with kidney disease should primarily consist of light and easily digestible items. Avoid consuming oily, spicy, or irritating foods such as chili peppers, Sichuan peppers, mustard, coffee, and strong tea. Additionally, control salt intake to avoid excessive sodium consumption, which can加重 the kidneys' workload.
4. Adequate hydration: under a doctor's guidance, maintain appropriate fluid intake to avoid drinking too much or too little, which may加重 the burden on the kidneys.
If you are unsure which foods are suitable, consult your doctor for advice.
