Can kidney patients eat the nut gift box I received during the Chinese New Year?

For kidney patients, receiving a gift box of nuts during the Chinese New Year is both exciting and puzzling. Can you eat it? Here is a detailed analysis for kidney patients.

1. Nutritional content of nuts

1. High protein : Nuts such as almonds and pistachios have high protein content. Although a moderate amount of protein is needed by the body, the metabolic function of the kidneys of patients with kidney disease is weakened. Excessive high-protein intake will increase the burden on the kidneys and produce more nitrogenous waste that needs to be excreted by the kidneys.

2. High phosphorus : Almost all nuts are rich in phosphorus, such as cashews, walnuts, etc. Kidney patients often have abnormal phosphorus metabolism, and hyperphosphatemia is a common complication. Excessive intake of phosphorus can lead to calcium-phosphorus imbalance, further damaging kidney and bone health.

3. High fat : For example, macadamia nuts and pecans are rich in fat. Excessive fat intake can easily lead to dyslipidemia and increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. The risk of cardiovascular disease in kidney patients is higher than that of ordinary people.

2. Recommendations for Kidney Patients

1. Limited consumption : If the kidney function of the patient is still good and all indicators are under stable control, a small amount of nuts can be consumed, such as no more than 10 almonds or pistachios per day, to satisfy cravings while controlling intake.

2. Avoid seasoned nuts : Many nut gift boxes contain salted, candied and other seasoned nuts, which kidney patients should resolutely avoid. High salt will aggravate high blood pressure and is not good for kidney health; high sugar may cause blood sugar fluctuations and increase the metabolic burden on the kidneys.

3. Consult a doctor : Before eating the nut gift box, kidney patients must consult their attending physician or nutritionist. They will give personalized suggestions based on the specific condition of the kidney patient, kidney function indicators, etc.