Reminder: These 4 kinds of kidney-injuring foods often appear on the table. For the sake of kidney health, try to eat as little as possible
The kidney is one of the most important organs of the human body. As a result, more and more people are suffering from kidney disease, and they are getting younger and younger. There are not a few cases of "the original age is young, but the result of a check is uremia". In order to ensure a good kidney, many people supplement the east and the west, especially men. But as everyone knows, compared to blindly nourishing the kidneys, in fact, on our dining table, there may be a hidden "culprit" for kidney damage.
1. Why do some people suffer from kidney problems at a young age?
Many people rely on their youth to waste their bodies wantonly, eat whatever they want, and stay up late when they want to, but they don't know that doing so is irresponsible to themselves.
In China, kidney cancer patients under the age of 40 account for 25%. The reasons why young people are targeted by their kidneys are mainly genetic influences, environmental factors, unhealthy living habits, long-term stress, and physical examination findings. 10%-15% of young kidney cancer patients are caused by heredity, as well as the accumulation of harmful substances in the environment for many years, unhealthy diet, smoking, holding back urine, obesity, etc.
Second, these kinds of food are very harmful to the kidneys, eat less
Unhealthy eating habits can also lead to kidney damage. The following foods are very harmful to the body, and it is best to appear on the table.
- Foods high in sodium
Foods such as fish cakes, canned food, kimchi, and shrimp cakes are high in sodium content. Long-term consumption may harm kidney health. It is recommended that patients with chronic kidney disease should not eat them.
- Red meat, processed meat
Eating less red meat and processed meat products can also reduce the risk of kidney damage, and soy can be used as a protein source instead.
- Starfruit
Star fruit contains a neurotoxin and oxalic acid. People with renal insufficiency have a weak ability to excrete them, which may cause neurotoxicity and cause disturbance of consciousness.
- Foods that contain trans fats
Like butter, baked goods, and fried foods, most of them contain trans fats, and improper consumption is not good for kidney health.
3. What is the correct way to protect the kidneys?
Once the kidneys are damaged, the problems of the whole body will appear, so it is necessary to protect the kidneys, so what should we do to protect the kidneys?
1. Eat more fiber-rich foods
Usually, it is necessary to eat more fiber-rich foods such as fruits and vegetables, whole grains, etc., to promote defecation, avoid the retention of toxins in the body, and affect the health of the kidneys.
2. Maintain a good metabolic level
Pay attention to control the blood sugar, blood pressure, uric acid and other levels in the body, so as to avoid concurrent kidney damage caused by underlying diseases.
3. Quit smoking and drinking
Smoking, drinking, etc. will cause damage to the kidneys, it is recommended to quit smoking and drinking.
In addition to the usual protection and prevention of kidneys, regular physical examinations and regular urine tests can monitor early kidney diseases. Early detection and early treatment are very important.
Rejuvenation of kidney disease is related to factors such as unhealthy living habits, genetics, environmental influences, and regular physical examinations. Foods with high trans fat content, etc., but also quit smoking and alcohol, maintain a good metabolic level, eat more foods with more fiber, etc. Of course, regular physical examination is very important for the early detection of kidney disease.
References:
[1] At a young age, why is the "kidney" not enough? The kidneys of these 9 types of people are prone to accidents. Life Times. 2021-04-20
[2] Eating like this will ruin your kidneys! Kidney is not good, 6 kinds of food must not be touched! .Health Times.2019-05-29
[3] [World Kidney Day] Expert Reminder: Drink less milk tea, have regular physical examinations, and pay attention to kidney health. Nanfang Hospital of Southern Medical University. 2022-03-10
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