Question
My husband had a serious eye swelling every morning for the past few months. It lasted for several days and he looked really exhausted. He was even afraid to drink water at night, but the swelling was still there in the morning. Slowly, I noticed that he was swelling all over his body. Later, when he went to the hospital for a check-up, he was diagnosed with kidney disease syndrome. What kind of food should he eat?
Answer
Patients with kidney disease syndrome should follow these dietary principles:
- Low-sodium: Avoid excessive salt intake to reduce edema.
- Low-fat: Reduce fat intake, especially saturated fats and trans fats, to lower blood lipids and weight.
- High-protein: Moderately consume high-quality proteins such as fish, egg whites, milk, and lean meat to maintain body requirements.
- More vegetables and fruits: Consume more fresh vegetables and fruits to provide necessary vitamins and minerals.
- Avoid high-purine foods: Such as animal organs, seafood, beer, etc., to control uric acid levels and prevent gout.
- Adequate water intake: Maintain moderate water intake to avoid excessive water intake causing worsened edema. In addition, patients should adjust their diet according to the doctor’s advice and combine medication treatment to control the condition.