Consuming too much red meat can speed up kidney failure. Red meat increases uric acid in the blood, easily leading to gout and kidney stones, thereby seriously affecting kidney function.
A study by the National University of Singapore followed 63,257 adults to understand the link between protein sources in diet and kidney function. In this group, pork accounts for 97% of red meat consumption, the rest is from other protein sources such as poultry, fish, eggs, milk, soybeans and beans.
After 15.5 years of monitoring, scientists found that people who ate the most red meat had a 40% higher risk of kidney failure than those who ate the least. This risk increases with consumption - the more red meat you eat, the higher the risk of kidney damage.
In contrast, the study did not detect a link between eating poultry, fish, eggs or milk with the risk of kidney failure. Notably, replacing red meat with other protein sources can help reduce the risk of kidney failure by up to 62%.
Experts recommend that people with kidney disease or people with high uric acid should not completely abstain from protein-rich foods, but should limit red meat and prioritize healthy protein sources such as fish, eggs, milk or soybeans to protect the kidneys.
The information in the article is for reference only, not a replacement for medical diagnosis or treatment. You should talk directly to your doctor for accurate advice that is suitable for your health condition.
