00:00The kidneys are small but powerful organs
00:04that perform many important functions.
00:06Unfortunately, there are various ways
00:07in which these organs can become damaged,
00:10and kidney disease now affects
00:11about 10% of the world's population.
00:13If you have kidney disease,
00:14it's important to follow a special diet
00:16and eat certain foods,
00:18which we're touching on in this video.
00:24When the kidneys aren't working properly,
00:25waste builds up in the blood,
00:27including waste products from food.
00:29That's why for most people with advanced kidney disease,
00:31it's important to follow a kidney-friendly diet
00:33that helps decrease the amount of waste in the blood.
00:36This diet is often referred to as a renal diet,
00:38and it helps boost kidney function
00:40while protecting it from further damage.
00:42While dietary restrictions vary depending on the individual,
00:45it's common for patients to restrict
00:46the following nutrients.
00:48Sodium is found in many foods
00:50and a major component of table salt.
00:52Now, damaged kidneys can't filter out excess sodium,
00:54causing its blood levels to rise.
00:56It's often recommended to limit sodium
00:57to less than 2,000 milligrams per day.
01:00Potassium plays many critical roles in the body,
01:02but those with kidney disease need to limit potassium
01:04to avoid dangerously high blood levels.
01:06It's usually recommended to limit potassium
01:08to less than 2,000 milligrams per day.
01:10Damaged kidneys can't remove excess phosphorus,
01:13a mineral in many foods.
01:14High levels can cause damage to the body,
01:16so dietary phosphorus is restricted
01:18to less than 800 to 1,000 milligrams per day
01:20in most patients.
01:21And protein is another nutrient
01:23that people with kidney disease may need to limit,
01:25as waste products from protein metabolism
01:28can't be cleared out by damaged kidneys.
01:29However, those with end-stage renal disease
01:31undergoing dialysis, which is a treatment
01:33that filters and cleans the blood,
01:36they might have greater protein needs,
01:38but that would be working with a specialist.
01:40Each person with kidney disease is different,
01:42and that's why it's important to talk
01:43to your healthcare provider about the best diet for you.
01:46With all that in mind, we're now gonna look
01:48at some delicious and healthy foods
01:49that are low in sodium, potassium, and phosphorus.
01:53Number one, cauliflower.
01:54Cauliflower is a really nutritious vegetable
01:56that's high in many nutrients,
01:58including vitamin C, K, and folate.
02:01One cup, or 124 grams, of cooked cauliflower
02:04contains 19 milligrams of sodium,
02:06176 milligrams of potassium, and 40 milligrams of phosphorus.
02:11Plus, I like that mashed cauliflower
02:12can be used as a replacement for potato,
02:14as a low-potassium side dish.
02:16Number two, red grapes.
02:18Not only are red grapes delicious,
02:20they're also really high in vitamin C
02:21and contain beneficial compounds called flavonoids.
02:25Additionally, red grapes are high in resveratrol,
02:27a type of flavonoid that has been shown
02:29to benefit heart health and protect against diabetes
02:31and cognitive decline.
02:33They are, of course, kidney-friendly as well,
02:35with half a cup containing 1.5 milligrams of sodium,
02:38144 milligrams of potassium, and 15 milligrams of phosphorus.
02:42Number three, blueberries.
02:44Blueberries are packed with nutrients
02:45and are one of the best sources
02:46of antioxidants that you can eat.
02:48In particular, these sweet berries contain antioxidants
02:51called anthocyanins, which may protect
02:53against heart disease, certain cancers,
02:55cognitive decline, and diabetes.
02:57One cup, or 148 grams, of fresh blueberries
03:00contains only 1.5 milligrams of sodium,
03:03114 milligrams of potassium, and 18 milligrams of phosphorus.
03:08Number four, egg whites.
03:09Although eggs are really nutritious,
03:11the yolks are really high in phosphorus,
03:14making just the egg white more appropriate
03:17for someone following a renal diet.
03:19Fortunately, egg whites provide a high-quality,
03:21kidney-friendly source of protein
03:23because they're very low in phosphorus.
03:25Two large egg whites contain 110 milligrams of sodium,
03:28108 milligrams of potassium,
03:30and only 10 milligrams of phosphorus.
03:32Number five, macadamia nuts.
03:34Most popular nuts, like almonds and peanuts,
03:37are high in phosphorus and not recommended
03:38for people on a renal diet.
03:40However, macadamia nuts are a delicious
03:42and low-phosphorus option.
03:44One ounce, or 28 grams, of macadamia nuts
03:46contains 1.4 milligrams of sodium,
03:48103 milligrams of potassium, and 53 milligrams of phosphorus.
03:53Number six, skinless chicken.
03:55Although a limited protein intake is necessary
03:57for some kidney issues, providing the body
04:00with adequate amounts of high-quality protein
04:02is vital to health.
04:03Skinless chicken breast contains
04:05about 60 milligrams of sodium,
04:06and about 200 milligrams of potassium and phosphorus,
04:09which is a lot less than skin on chicken.
04:12When shopping for chicken, choose fresh chicken
04:14and avoid pre-made roasted chicken,
04:16as it contains large amounts of sodium and phosphorus.
04:19Lastly, remember to always discuss your food preferences
04:21with your healthcare provider to ensure
04:23that you're following the best diet
04:25for your particular needs.
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