Can Eating Dark Green Vegetables Damage Your Kidneys? "1 Habit" Is Prone To Kidney Stones, And Kidney Disease Patients Should Eat The Right Vegetables

Nutrition experts have pointed out that green vegetables are rich in vitamins and dietary fiber, and the darker the color, the more nutrients. However, there are rumors on the Internet that dark green vegetables can damage the kidneys and cause kidney dysfunction. Is this true? ? The Food and Drug Administration refuted the rumor.

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According to the Food and Drug Administration, dark green vegetables are generally eaten in moderation and will not cause poor kidney function. However, dark green vegetables are rich in potassium ions. For patients with renal insufficiency, the potassium in the body cannot be effectively eliminated from the body. Therefore, it is necessary to "restrict" potassium intake in the diet to reduce the burden on the kidneys and avoid complications caused by hyperkalemia.

In addition, people with chronic kidney disease should pay attention to the intake of protein, phosphorus and potassium in their diet. For green vegetables high in calcium, magnesium and potassium, they should be cautious and moderate, and must not be excessive. In addition, you can not eat too much food rich in oxalate to prevent kidney stones.

The Food and Drug Administration explains that "oxalate" is naturally present in many green vegetables,

The Food and Drug Administration also reminds that patients with kidney stones should pay more attention to water intake to avoid stone problems. Don't delay medical treatment by listening to home remedies.

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