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"Uncle Yu, I heard that patients with kidney disease can't eat soy products, is this true?" Aunt Wang, a neighbor, asked curiously, and the two were leisurely walking in the community.
Uncle Yu touched his chin, with a contemplative expression on his face, he also wanted to figure out this question.
In fact, Uncle Yu's wife recently went to the hospital for a check-up because of low back pain and found some problems with kidney function.
Doctors advised them to pay attention to dietary modifications, but specific instructions were not yet available to ask in detail. Today, he was going to accompany his wife to a follow-up appointment, and he decided to take the opportunity to consult the doctor about soy products.
In the waiting area of the hospital, Uncle Yu and his wife sat by the window and waited for the call.
He noticed a poster hanging in the waiting room that read "Caring for the kidneys, start with a healthy diet," along with pictures of various foods and brief descriptions.
Soon after, their numbers were called. After entering the consultation room, Uncle Yu couldn't wait to ask the doctor: "Doctor, we heard that patients with kidney disease can't eat soy products, is this true?" ”
The doctor smiled and motioned for them to sit down, then patiently explained, "This question is not absolute. People with kidney disease do need to be more cautious in their diet, but whether or not to ban soy products altogether depends on individual circumstances. ”
"Soy products are one of the great sources of high-quality protein, however, excessive protein intake may increase the burden on the kidneys. Therefore, it is important to control your total protein intake and not avoid soy products completely. ”
After hearing this, Uncle Yu felt that it made sense, and then asked: "In addition to soy products, what other foods should patients with kidney disease eat less?" ”
The doctor turned on the computer and presented a detailed table of dietary recommendations listing a variety of food types that could affect the kidneys and explaining why.
The doctor explains: "First of all, sodium intake should be reduced; The second is high-purine foods such as animal offal, which will increase uric acid production, which is not conducive to renal insufficiency; In addition, foods with high phosphorus content, such as dairy products and carbonated drinks, should also be controlled in moderation. Too much phosphorus can lead to an imbalance in the ratio of calcium and phosphorus in the body, affecting bone health. ”
Thinking that there were still a few pieces of tofu in the refrigerator at home, Uncle Yu decided to cook a light dinner as recommended by the doctor, while reducing the use of salt and oil.
Through this exchange, Uncle Yu not only solved his doubts, but also learned a lot of ways to protect his kidneys. I believe this will help him and his wife to better maintain their health.
This experience was not only a simple medical consultation, but also opened the door to a lifestyle change.
After returning home, Uncle Yu carefully studied the dietary guidelines provided by the doctor. For dinner, he made a light and delicious tofu vegetable ravioli. At the dinner table, the two were eating and chatting, and suddenly, Uncle Yu remembered some other precautions mentioned by the doctor.
"Wife, we have tried our best to comply with what the doctor said, but I wonder if there are other aspects that need to be paid attention to?" Uncle Yu said thoughtfully.
"Maybe there's something we're missing." The wife replied.
"That's right! For example, additives and preservatives in processed foods can also impair kidney function. ”
So the next day, Uncle Yu came to the hospital again to seek a deeper understanding.
The doctor laughed and responded: "In addition to the common high-sodium, high-sugar foods, many processed foods contain ingredients such as phosphate and nitrite, which can cause additional stress for people with poor kidney function. ”
"Phosphates are often used for emulsifying or moisturizing, while nitrites are used as preservatives. These chemicals can unknowingly cause 'invisible damage' to the kidneys. ”
Uncle Yu listened carefully and asked for a solution: "So what can we do to be convenient and safe?" ”
"Even if you're busy, you can choose simple and quick cooking methods, such as steaming, to maximize the nutritional value of the food and avoid unnecessary chemical additives."
After hearing these words, Uncle Yu felt that he had gained a lot. He realizes that it is not difficult to maintain a healthy lifestyle habits, just make the right choices in your daily life.
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