Top 5 Foods That Damage Your Kidneys

Your kidneys are workhorses that play a very important role in your body. Keeping your kidney working and healthy requires right choices on foods. Try to avoid the following 5 food that damage your kidneys.

Salt
Your body needs a little bit of sodium in order to maintain proper fluid balance, but you can get enough from eating fruits and vegetables. Many processed foods, however, add a great deal of salt in order to enhance flavors. The most commonly used form of salt is processed table salt. When you eat too much salt, your kidneys respond by retaining water in order to dilute this electrolyte in your bloodstream to maintain proper heart function. This places a load on the kidneys. According to the Harvard School of Public Health, long-term intake of too much salt can damage the kidneys along with the heart and aorta. Salt intake may also raise blood pressure, which can cause damage to the kidney’s nephrons, which filter wastes.
If you must add salt, use just a pinch of high quality Celtic or Himalayan sea salt.

Genetically modified foods
A large percentage of our processed foods contain genetically modified ingredients including corn, soy, rice, sugar cane, sugar beets, and canola. Seeds are genetically engineered for a number of reasons, including to increase pest resistance, make the plant immune to herbicides, or improve crop yields. Monsanto corporation is one of the largest makers of genetically modified seeds. A 2009mammal study conducted on three types of genetically modified Monsanto corn showed negative health effects on the kidney and liver functions of rats. The researchers concluded that the three varieties tested created a state of hepatorenal (liver and kidney) toxicity.

Caffeine
Caffeine in coffee, tea, soda, and foods can also place a strain on your kidneys. Because caffeine is a stimulant, it can stimulate blood flow, increasing blood pressure and stress on the kidneys. A 2002 study in Kidney International showed that long-term caffeine consumptionexacerbated chronic kidney failure in obese and diabetic rats. Caffeine consumption has also been linked to kidney stone formation by increasing calcium excretion in urine.

Artificial sweeteners
Many people believe they are doing something healthy for their bodies when they consume artificial sweeteners because these ingredients are non-caloric. In a review of the Nurses Study, researchers looked at the role of artificial sweeteners on kidney function and found that there was an increase in kidney function decline with intake of just two diet sodas per day.

Alcohol
Drinking alcohol can generally be done safely in moderation, even if you have chronic kidney disease. Take caution, however, if you have high blood pressure. Also, be aware of ingredients and nutrient content of the beverage you choose to drink. Always check with your doctor or renal dietitian to make sure it is safe for you to drink alcohol. They will also let you know the right amount for you, so that you can enjoy an occasional alcoholic beverage and stay safe and healthy.

If you need more info, please contact kidneyservice@hotmail.com or kidneyask@hotmail.com 

“This is My New Coat--A Warm Blanket”, Mehul, From Bombay

Mehul and his wife has arrived at Beijing. Cathy-Mehul’s private nurse-went to receive them very early in the morning. We received her call: “we are on the way back to hospital! Mr. Mehul and his wife need more cloth to keep warm. Remember to bring some blanket for them!”.

Mehul comes from Bombay, India, and he comes to China for herbal treatment because of his Nephritis. When he heard that it snowed, he is excited. He said he never see it in his country.
When the car is arrived, many staff of Kidney Service China has already waited in the snow. When Mehul and his wife took out the car, Dr. Yang puts the blanket on them and saying: “welcome! But never be cold in China!”
Mehul seemed excited and with his thumb up, he said: “thank you, thank you very much!”

Tai Ji Sword Skill Improve Kidney Function

Tai Ji can benefit your kidneys in various aspects with different styles. Here are several simple Tai Ji  that is good for kidneys.

- Medical Tai Ji helps elevating the kidneys, which will cure inflammation of the urinary bladder; kidney stones, urine containing blood, womb bleeding, frequent urination, and nocturnal emission etc.

- Improve your sleep quality. Most patients with kidneys have the experience of bad sleep. Experts find that Tai Ji participants have improved sleep quality and length. The benefits are similar to those gained through drugs or cognitive behavioral therapy.

- Improve your immune system. Immune system disorder can be the cause of most kidney diseases. This is why a cold may make your kidney disease come back again. Tai Ji helps regulate your life energy and improve your immunity.

Herbal Medicine:Kidney Stones and Kidney Cysts Fall out of My Body

Sakshi suffered from Polycystic Kidney Disease for more than 11 years. With the help of "Kidney Service China", he came to China for Herbal Medicine for his numerous kidney cysts and stones. He said:"it is the herbs that change me life! my kidney stones just fall out of my body, when i have a pee."
Here is the pictures which sees the effects of Chinese herbal medicine on PKD.

This is the collected morning urine!

The fluids permeate from the gauze.

The kidney stones are kept in the gauze!

Christmas Recipe for People with Kidney Disease

Christmas Day is coming? It is not better than enjoying a delicious dinner with your family! However, if you know someone with Kidney Disease, such as Kidney Failure, PKD etc, health recipe seems more important. If you like me, who have no idea how to prepare a delicious and proper meal for your beloved one living with kidney disease, the following Christmas Recipe for Kidney Disease people will be a Christmas Gift for you.
Breakfast Casserole

Ingredients
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried chopped onion
8 ounces reduced-fat pork sausage
8 ounces cream cheese
5 large eggs
1 cup liquid Coffee-mate® non-dairy creamer, original flavor
4 slices white bread, cubed or broken

Preparation
Preheat oven to 325 F°.
Crumble sausage and cook in a medium skillet; set aside.
Mix remaining ingredients in a blender.
Add cooked sausage to mixture.
Pour combined ingredients into a greased 9" x 9" inch casserole dish.
Bake 55 minutes or until set. Cut into 9 portions and serve.
Renal and renal diabetic food choices: 1-1/2 meat; 1/2 starch;2 fat;
Carbohydrate choices: 1

Cream Cheese Thumbprint Cookies

Ingredients
powdered sugar (optional)
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup strawberry jam
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups all-purpose white flour
2 tablespoons sugar

Preparation
Preheat oven to 350º F.
In a medium bowl combine flour, sugar and baking powder.
In a large bowl combine butter and cream cheese, and beat until light and fluffy.
Add dry ingredients to cream cheese mixture and blend well.
Roll dough to 1/4” thickness on lightly floured surface.
Cut with 1-1/2-inch fluted or round cutter.
Place 2” apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Press center of each cookie slightly with your thumb and fill center with 1/4 teaspoon jam.
Bake for 10–12 minutes.
Remove from cookie sheet and place on a wire rack to cool.
Sift powdered sugar over top of cookie, if desired.

Spiced Cran-Raspberry Mold

Ingredients
4 packets (4-serving size) sugar-free raspberry gelatin
3-1/2 cups boiling water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup cold water
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon cloves
one 16-ounce can jellied cranberry sauce
two 11-ounce cans mandarin oranges, drained

Preparation
Completely dissolve gelatin in boiling water and pour into a large bowl.
Add cranberry sauce and stir to dissolve. Add cold water, lemon juice and spices. Mix well.
Chill until slightly thickened, about 1 hour.
Stir in mandarin oranges. Spoon into a large mold or 9" x 13" Pyrex® dish.
Refrigerate until firm, about 4 hours.

For more Christmas Recipe, you can read:
White Christmas Salad
Christmas Cranberry Salad
Pumpkin bread
Frozen Cranberry Dessert
Cranberry-Apple Salad
Spiced Eggnog
And if the patient’s favorite foods are not mentioned above, you can leave a message below or mail to kidneyask@hotmail.com or kidneyservice@hotmail.com