How to judge kidney function and what to eat to nourish the kidneys

 　　Kidney is the foundation of innateness

　　The kidneys store essence, and the stored kidney essence is the material basis for human growth and development and defense against diseases. The kidney stores the fire of the gate of life and is the internal organ that contains the primary yin and primary yang, so it is known as the "organ of water and fire" and the "house of yin and yang". The kidney is the foundation of innateness and the root of life. It can regulate bones and generate marrow, nourish the brain, improve intelligence, and produce hair and ears. When kidney qi is strong, a person will be energetic, have strong bones, have clear ears and clear mind, and have shiny hair. ； Once the kidney qi decays, the mind will be dim and deaf, the bones will be brittle, the teeth will be shaken, the beard and hair will turn gray prematurely, and premature aging will occur. Therefore, to nourish the kidneys well is to nourish the innate, and to be able to nourish the kidneys is to be able to maintain health.

　　Tonifying the kidneys must be divided into yin and yang

　　In the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, the kidney is not just a tangible organ, but a general term for the kidney and a series of functional activities related to it. For example, pathological changes in the human spirit, bones, hair, teeth, etc. may be closely related to the kidney, and its scope is wider than that of Western medicine.

　　In terms of function, the essence of the kidneys can be divided into two aspects: kidney yin and kidney yang. Kidney yin and kidney yang are interdependent and restrict each other to maintain the dynamic balance of the human body. When this balance is destroyed, pathological changes will occur in which kidney yin and kidney yang are weak or excessive.

　　clinical In theory, kidney yin deficiency is more common than yang deficiency. Therefore, there is a certain misunderstanding in the concept that tonifying the kidney is to strengthen yang.

　　Symptoms of kidney yang deficiency include pale or dark complexion, soreness and coldness in the waist and knees, cold limbs, mental fatigue, and general weakness.； man Impotence Premature ejaculation , female infertility, loss of sexual desire； Shapeless stools, frequent and long urination, frequent nocturia, pale tongue with white coating, and diarrhea at midnight.

　　Symptoms of kidney yin deficiency include red complexion, soreness and pain in waist and knees, dizziness, tinnitus, loose teeth and hair loss.； Nocturnal emission and premature ejaculation in men, oligomenorrhea or menorrhagia in women amenorrhea ； Insomnia and forgetfulness, dry mouth and throat, irritability, sweating when moving, red cheeks in the afternoon, weight loss, yellowish urine, red tongue with little or no coating.

　　Modern people are prone to decline in organ function throughout the body due to high work pressure and little exercise. Kidney deficiency is one of them.

　　Simple judgment of kidney function:

　　People with good kidney function are in good spirits, light on their feet, sleep well, and have good hearing and vision. On the contrary, people with poor kidney function have frequent nocturia and often feel dizzy and dizzy. low back pain Weak legs, dark circles under eyes, easy to hair loss。

　　To judge the quality of your kidney function, you should also pay attention to your daily urine output. Generally, the daily urine output of a normal person should be around 1,000 to 2,000 milliliters (equivalent to 2 to 4 mineral water bottles). More than 2,500 milliliters or less than 800 milliliters may be a sign of kidney problems.

　　What foods should be eaten for kidney care?

　　1. Fruits and vegetables

　　Mulberry: It can nourish the liver and kidneys, nourish yin and nourish the skin. It is especially suitable for people with kidney yin deficiency.

　　Yam: It can strengthen the spleen and kidneys, replenish deficiency and consolidate essence. People with kidney deficiency should eat it regularly.

　　Hawthorn: Contains ursolic acid, which can reduce the deposition of animal fat on blood vessel walls and has a certain effect in preventing or reducing arteriosclerosis. For example, if you usually eat fresh hawthorn, soak dried hawthorn in water to drink, or add hawthorn when stewing meat, it is not only seasoning, but also helps digestion.

　　2. Meat

　　Bone marrow: It can moisten the lungs and kidneys, make the skin moist and have a rosy complexion. It is suitable for people with weak kidneys and lack of essence and blood.

　　Pig kidney: can replenish kidney deficiency, mainly treat back pain, spermatorrhea, night sweats, and treat ear diseases caused by kidney deficiency.

　　Loach: rich in high-quality protein, calcium, phosphorus, iron, vitamins and niacin. It has the effect of replenishing the vital energy, nourishing the kidney and promoting essence. adult male Drinking loach soup regularly can nourish and strengthen the body, enhance physical strength and improve sexual function.

　　Quail: Quail meat is not only tender and delicious, but also rich in nutrients. Quail meat and quail eggs contain a variety of essential amino acids, inorganic salts, etc. It has the effect of replenishing kidney qi and strengthening waist and knees. It is a wonderful nourishing product.

　　Mutton: In "Supplements of Materia Medica", mutton is compared with ginseng, and is considered to be a top-quality meat that can warm, strengthen and strengthen the body. Modern nutrition has also confirmed that mutton is not only rich in nutrients, but also contains trace amounts of sex hormones, which indeed has an aphrodisiac effect. However, mutton should not be eaten with vinegar or tea, otherwise it will reduce the aphrodisiac effect, produce tannic acid protein, and cause constipate。

　　Pigeon meat: Pigeons are also called "white phoenixes". Male and female animals mate frequently and have strong reproductive capabilities. Pigeon meat and eggs are rich in protein, chondroitin, vitamins, iron, zinc and other nutrients. It has the functions of tonifying kidney and replenishing essence, warming yang and replenishing qi.

　　3. Stone fruits

　　Sesame: It can moisturize the liver and kidneys and is suitable for people with kidney deficiency, such as soreness in the waist and weak legs, dizziness, tinnitus, dry hair and early gray hair.

　　Chestnuts: can nourish the spleen and stomach, are suitable for nourishing the kidneys and yang, and are best eaten by those with kidney deficiency and low back pain.

　　Walnuts: can nourish the kidneys and solidify essence, moisten the intestines and relax the bowels, and strengthen the muscles and bones. It is especially suitable for people with kidney yin deficiency.

　　4. Aquatic products

　　Scallops: can nourish the kidneys and nourish yin, especially suitable for people with kidney yin deficiency.

　　Seabass: It can nourish the spleen and stomach, moisturize the liver and kidneys, and benefit the muscles and bones. It is suitable for people with weak spleen and stomach, liver and kidney yin deficiency.

　　Sea cucumber: It can replenish kidney yang and is a good aphrodisiac. It is suitable for people with kidney deficiency.

　　Shrimp: It can nourish the kidneys, strengthen yang, and strengthen kidney qi. Anyone with insufficient kidney yang, such as soreness in the waist and feet, impotence, and infertility, can take it.

　　5. Drinks

　　Boiled water: Keep boiled water fresh, 3 to 4 times a day, 1 small bowl each time. Boiled water can increase circulating blood volume, enhance liver cell vitality, facilitate the elimination of metabolic waste, and achieve liver protection effects.

　　Green tea: clears away heat, detoxifies, digests food and relieves fatigue.

　　Rose tea: soothes the liver and relieves depression.

　　6. Traditional Chinese Medicine

　　Wolfberry: It can nourish the kidneys and liver, benefit the essence and improve eyesight. It is especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly people with kidney deficiency. It has the effect of prolonging life.

　　Cordyceps Sinensis: It can protect the lungs and kidneys, strengthen kidney essence, and is suitable for people with kidney deficiency.

　　Eucommia ulmoides: can nourish the liver and kidneys, replenish essence and qi, strengthen muscles and bones, and is especially effective for waist pain and weakness of limbs caused by kidney deficiency.

　　Gorgon fruit: It can benefit the kidneys and spleen, and is suitable for people with nocturnal emissions, premature ejaculation, and frequent urination.