Diet Taboos For Kidney Cysts: Don’t Touch These Foods, Don’t Be Careless To Protect Your Kidneys
Recently, the number of people with kidney cysts found in physical examinations has been increasing. Many people get panicked when they see the word "cyst" when they get the report. Especially when they see "double kidney cyst", they become even more worried.
In fact, simple renal cyst is a very common condition among adults, especially as the age continues to increase, the probability of its detection will increase.
Most renal cysts that are small and simple in nature are asymptomatic and will not affect kidney function and only require regular observation.
But even so, the impact of certain details in daily life, especially the matter of "eating" on cysts cannot be underestimated.
An inappropriate diet may stimulate cyst growth and even increase the burden on the kidneys.
Today, we will discuss in detail the dietary taboos of patients with double kidney cysts to help you avoid those dangerous areas that may cause "damage to the kidneys."
1. High-protein foods: “sweet burden” on the kidneys
The first thing to make sure is that the "taboos" mentioned here do not mean that you are not allowed to eat a bite at all, but focus on the two points of "control" and "choice".
Take patients with renal cysts, especially those with relatively large cysts or those whose kidney function has been affected. High-protein foods must be strictly restricted.
Such as chicken, duck, fish, meat, eggs, milk, soybeans, tofu and other soy products, although they are very rich in nutrients, they will produce nitrogenous waste after metabolism in the body, and these wastes are mainly excreted by the kidneys.
If the intake is too much, it will increase the workload of the kidneys, just like causing a machine that is already overloaded to continue to operate at high intensity. If this happens for a long time, it may accelerate the damage of kidney function.
Under the guidance of a doctor or nutritionist, determine the appropriate daily protein intake based on individual kidney function, and give priority to high-quality low-protein foods, such as appropriate amounts of fish, chicken breast, and egg whites. There must be clear instructions on what to do specifically!
2. Overly salty and pickled foods: invisible kidney “killers”
There is a common problem of excessive salt intake in modern people's diet. This common problem is an absolutely taboo matter for patients with renal cysts.
Foods with excessive salt content and pickled foods, such as salt-pickled vegetables and pickles, pickled and dried meats and bacon, and various sauces made through fermentation and other processes, all contain large amounts of sodium ions.
Water retention in the body can be caused by excessive sodium intake, which will not only cause or aggravate high blood pressure, but also directly increase the pressure on the kidneys to filter blood.
There are some patients with changes in the structure of the cyst in the kidney itself. Such additional pressure may not be beneficial to the stability of the cyst, and may even cause it to swell.
Therefore, daily cooking should adhere to the principle of lightness, use fresh ingredients as much as possible, and replace part of the salt and soy sauce with natural condiments such as onions, ginger, garlic, and spices.
3. Fermented and spoiled food: hidden risks
You may not think that some fermented foods may be unfriendly to kidney cysts.
The main ones listed here refer to foods formed by fermentation through bacterial growth, such as tofu, stinky tofu, and tempeh. It also covers leftovers and leftovers that are not stored properly.
When these foods are in the process of fermentation or deterioration, there is a possibility that certain toxins or harmful substances such as nitrites will be produced.
When these substances enter the human body, they must be detoxified by the liver, and then excreted by the kidneys. Thinking about it, this will undoubtedly bring additional metabolic pressure to the kidneys.
At the same time, unclean or spoiled food may also cause inflammation and infection of the gastrointestinal tract. However, infection at any location can affect the kidneys through blood circulation, thus becoming a potential factor that stimulates the growth of cysts.
4. Alcohol and irritating drinks: "combustion accelerants" for cysts
Liquor, such as liquor, is something that patients with renal cysts must give up, especially liquor.
Alcohol itself and its metabolites have a direct stimulating effect on the kidneys.
What needs more attention is that there is a research point of view that alcohol has the possibility of stimulating the activity of cells related to the growth of cysts.
In addition, certain drinks with high sugar content, as well as strong coffee and strong tea, should be consumed as little as possible.
These drinks may cause electrolyte disorders in the body, or may affect blood pressure, thereby indirectly increasing the burden on the kidneys.
The best drink is always boiled water. Make sure you drink enough water. Unless the doctor requires special water restriction, this will help dilute the urine and promote the excretion of metabolic waste.
5. Animal offal and poisonous and harmful food
Patients with kidney cysts are not suitable to eat animal offal, such as liver, kidney, brain, etc. In some people’s view, they are “tonics”.
The organs used by animals for metabolism and detoxification are often internal organs. Some heavy metals or toxins may remain in them. In addition, there may be a higher than normal amount of purine, and purine can be further metabolized and converted into uric acid.
Ingestion of these substances will directly increase the filtration and excretion burden on the kidneys.
At the same time, you must resolutely avoid eating any food that is clearly toxic or contaminated, and you must strictly prohibit taking drugs that have clear toxic side effects on the kidneys, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (some painkillers), some antibiotics, etc. You must consult a doctor before taking drugs.
6. The harm of dietary preferences and intemperance
Traditional Chinese medicine health care emphasizes "eating in moderation", which is especially important for patients with renal cysts.
For example, , there is a situation of dietary preference, such as the tendency to overeat raw and cold foods and cold textured foods, which can easily cause damage to the yang energy in the spleen and stomach, thus affecting the transportation and transformation functions; however, if you overeat spicy and hot foods, Then it may cause heat accumulation inside the gastrointestinal tract.
Bad eating habits will disrupt the balance of the human body's internal environment.
Today's medicine also believes that bad emotions and long-term work-rest imbalance, that is, overwork leading to severe fatigue, and staying up late, can cause neuroendocrine disorders and reduce immunity. In this case, it is very likely to create an internal environment that promotes the growth of cysts.
Therefore, maintaining a balanced diet, maintaining a regular schedule, and having a good attitude are indispensable and indispensable components of the basic course in the management of renal cysts.
7. Summary and core reminders
Generally speaking, for kidney cysts, it is more important to adhere to the most basic requirements in diet than to look for "special tonics".
Its core principles are that it should be of high quality and low in protein, low in salt, low in fat, have sufficient vitamins, avoid increasing the burden on the kidneys, and avoid all factors that may stimulate cysts.
The vast majority of simple renal cysts are benign, develop slowly, and do not require excessive anxiety.
It's just a very important key element to conduct re-examination at a specified time (such as a B-ultrasound every six months or a year), so that you can monitor the dynamic status of the cyst size and the changes in renal function.
Remember, this article gives general dietary advice. Each person’s specific situation is different. Especially if you are accompanied by high blood pressure, proteinuria, or renal insufficiency, you must formulate a personalized diet plan under the guidance of a nephrologist and clinical nutritionist.
Control your mouth, relax your mind, and manage it in a scientific way. Only in this way can you get along with the cyst better and protect your precious kidney function.
