Böbreklere Zarar Veren 7 Yiyecek | Dr. Berg Türkçe

Summary

This video highlights seven common foods that can harm kidney health, including instant noodles, artificially colored candies, fried chicken, commercial bread, sodas, agave syrup, and processed grains. These foods contain harmful additives, preservatives, and high levels of sugar or unhealthy fats, which can damage kidney function over time. The video explains how conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes can affect kidney filtration, emphasizing the importance of avoiding these foods to protect kidney health and prevent long-term complications such as kidney disease and Vitamin D deficiencies.

Takeaways

• 😀 Kidneys are crucial organs with around 1 million tiny filters called nephrons that help remove waste while retaining essential nutrients.
• 😀 High blood pressure and high blood sugar, like those caused by diabetes, are major threats to kidney function, as they can damage nephrons.
• 😀 A simple way to check kidney health is by monitoring for sugar and protein in urine, as these could indicate kidney damage.
• 😀 If kidney function is impaired, it can affect vitamin D activation, leading to vitamin D deficiency.
• 😀 Instant noodles are harmful to kidneys due to high sodium and a toxic preservative called TBHQ, which can lead to kidney enlargement and even cancer.
• 😀 Sodium intake is a concern for blood pressure, but too little sodium can lead to hyponatremia, causing kidney strain due to water retention.
• 😀 Artificial food colors in candies like Skittles are harmful because they need to be filtered out by the kidneys, causing additional stress on the organ.
• 😀 Fried chicken, particularly from fast food, leads to glycation, a process where sugar binds to proteins, potentially clogging and damaging the kidneys.
• 😀 Commercial bread may contain potassium bromate, a carcinogenic preservative banned in many countries, which can harm kidney health.
• 😀 Soda, especially with phosphoric acid and added sugars, is a major culprit in kidney damage, particularly when consumed in excess.
• 😀 Agave syrup, though marketed as keto-friendly, is harmful due to its high fructose content, which can lead to insulin resistance and kidney stress.
• 😀 Processed cereals, even non-GMO, may contain glyphosate, a herbicide linked to kidney damage, especially in those who work in agriculture.
• 😀 To protect kidney health, avoid foods that strain the kidneys, such as processed snacks, fried foods, sugary drinks, and artificial additives.

Q & A

What are the main functions of the kidneys?

The kidneys are vital organs that filter about 50 gallons of blood daily, recycle nutrients, and activate Vitamin D, which is essential for bone health.

What is the role of nephrons in the kidneys?

Nephrons are tiny filters within the kidneys, about one million in each kidney, that filter out waste while retaining beneficial substances. They help maintain the balance of fluids and electrolytes in the body.

What are the main causes of kidney damage mentioned in the script?

High blood pressure (hypertension) and high blood sugar levels (such as those found in diabetes) are the primary causes of kidney damage. These conditions can harm the kidney's filtering system.

How does high blood sugar contribute to kidney damage?

High sugar levels in the blood can cause the nephrons to become overwhelmed, making them shrink and lose their ability to filter. This leads to protein and sugar loss in urine, which is a sign of kidney damage.

What signs can indicate kidney damage through urine tests?

The presence of sugar or protein in urine can be a sign of kidney damage. Additionally, the color of the urine may change, becoming darker when kidney function declines.

Why is Vitamin D activation important for kidney health?

The kidneys activate Vitamin D, which is crucial for calcium absorption and bone health. When kidney function is impaired, this process is disrupted, leading to potential deficiencies in Vitamin D.

What is the impact of TBHQ (tertiary butylhydroquinone) in foods like instant noodles?

TBHQ is a preservative used in instant noodles that is toxic to the kidneys. It can cause the kidneys to work harder, possibly leading to kidney enlargement or even cancer in some cases.

How can high sodium intake affect kidney health?

High sodium intake can raise blood pressure, which strains the kidneys and damages their filtering ability. However, balancing sodium intake with potassium is crucial for maintaining kidney health.

Why are artificial food colorings harmful to the kidneys?

Artificial food colorings, like those found in Skittles and other candies, are toxic and need to be filtered out by the kidneys. These colorants can accumulate in the bloodstream and cause long-term damage to kidney function.

How does the process of glycation affect the kidneys?

Glycation occurs when sugars bind to proteins, like those found in the body, making the proteins dysfunctional. In the case of the kidneys, this can lead to blockages and impaired function, contributing to kidney disease.

Why is potassium bromate harmful to kidneys, and where is it commonly found?

Potassium bromate is a chemical preservative found in some commercial breads. It is harmful to kidneys because it has carcinogenic effects and is banned in many countries due to its toxicity.

What makes soda particularly harmful to kidney health?

Soda contains phosphoric acid, which, in combination with high sugar levels, can damage the kidneys. This acid disrupts kidney function, especially when consumed in large amounts over time.

What are the dangers of consuming Agave syrup?

Agave syrup contains high levels of fructose, which stresses the liver and increases the risk of insulin resistance. Since insulin resistance is linked to kidney damage, agave syrup can be particularly harmful for kidney health.

How does glyphosate affect kidney health, especially in relation to grains?

Glyphosate, used in agriculture to treat crops, can lead to kidney damage when consumed regularly. It is linked to chronic kidney disease, particularly in areas with high pesticide exposure. Even grains labeled non-GMO can contain glyphosate due to its use during the drying process.