Prabhu Singh Prabhu Singh Asked 8 months ago

Which beans are not good for kidney?

My brother has kidney issues, and his doctor advised him to be careful with his diet. We are trying to understand which foods to avoid. Which beans are generally not good for someone with kidney problems?

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Akash Sharma Akash Sharma Joined May 2026 6 months ago
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Yo, my roommate's dad has kidney issues, and he had to cut down on a lot of stuff. I think he said something about beans being high in potassium and phosphorus, which can be bad for kidneys if they're not working well. So like, too much rajma or chana might be an issue. But I'm not a doc, just heard this.

Priya Singh Priya Singh Joined May 2026 5 months ago

For kidney patients, it's not really about 'which beans are bad' but more about the quantity and how they're prepared due to potassium and phosphorus content. These elements are expensive to manage if kidneys fail. So, if someone has kidney disease, they need to consult a dietician about appropriate portions. It's better to invest in that consultation than face bigger medical bills later.

Aditi Singh Aditi Singh Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

It's completely understandable to be concerned about this, especially with kidney health. If your kidneys aren't functioning properly, almost all beans can be a problem because they're rich in potassium and phosphorus, which diseased kidneys struggle to filter. It's not about one 'bad' bean, but about managing overall intake with a doctor or dietician. Don't stress too much, just seek professional advice.

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Diya Jain Diya Jain Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

My friend's mom has chronic kidney disease, and her doctor advised her to be careful with beans because of the potassium and phosphorus. She actually has to limit almost all types of beans, even the healthy ones like rajma or chana, and soak them for a long time before cooking to reduce these minerals. It's very specific for kidney patients.

Suresh Menon Suresh Menon Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

I had some kidney issues a few years back because I wasn't drinking enough water and eating too much protein. My doctor then told me that for kidney patients, almost all beans (rajma, chole, lentils) can be tricky because of their potassium and phosphorus content. It's crucial to get your kidney function tested and follow a renal diet prescribed by a specialist. Don't ignore any warning signs.

Rohan Reddy Rohan Reddy Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Honestly, at this point, if I eat too many beans, my stomach isn't good for *anyone* around me, kidneys or no kidneys! But yeah, on a serious note, I've heard for people with bad kidneys, things like rajma and chole might be too heavy because of potassium. So much to learn, so little sleep.

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Meena Kumari Meena Kumari Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

For kidney issues, many beans can be problematic due to high potassium and phosphorus. Always check with a doctor.

Amit Sharma Amit Sharma Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Haan, bhai, kidney ke liye toh, agar problem hai na, toh zyaada daalein ya rajma chole acche nahi hote. Potassium aur phosphorus bahut hota hai inmein. Doctor se pooch kar hi khaana chahiye, apne aap kuch bhi nahi karna.

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