Can PKD Patients Consume Cabbage

2014-04-29 03:02

When our kidneys are healthy, we can consume whatever we like, because they can remove the wastes from your body. But when our kidneys fail to work, some food should avoid. Cabbage is a common vegetable we often consume. Can PKD patients consume cabbage? In the following, we will have a discuss.

Boost immune system

Cabbage is a good source of vitamin C. You might be surprised to know that it is richer in vitamin C than oranges. Vitamin C can reduce radicals in the body and boost immune system so as to defend against cough and cold. Besides, it can speed up the healing process for wound and damaged tissues.

Detoxify your body

Your kidneys can not remove wastes from the blood due to these kidney cysts and then wastes build up in the body. Because of the high content of vitamin C and sulphur in cabbage, cabbage is a good detoxifier, which can help purify the blood and remove toxins, such as free radicals and uric acid so as to reduce your risk of gout, arthritis, skin disease and so on.

Inhibit kidney inflammation

Cabbage is rich in glutamine, which is a strong anti-inflammatory agent. Consuming cabbage regularly can reduce the effects of many type of inflammation.

Relieve headache

Headache is a common symptom of PKD. A warm compress made with cabbage leaves can help relieve the pain of a headache. Drinking cabbage juice daily is also good for chronic headaches.

Control high blood pressure

High blood pressure is also common among PKD patients. Cabbage contains rich potassium, which can expand blood vessels and ease the flow of blood so as to reduce blood pressure. But with the development of PKD, too much intake of potassium is bad for your health, and then you should limit the consumption of cabbage.

From the above, we can see that PKD patients can eat cabbage, but you should pay attention the acceptable daily intake. How much you can take depends on your remaining kidney function. If you have any other question, please contact online doctor.

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