Whether Could PKD Patients Can Eat Kelp

Seaweed is also known as kelp, which is a large brown algae growing in sea. Kelp is a qualified sea-vegetable, and it contains abundant minerals and Vitamins. Particularly the iodic content is rather rich, so it is advisable for people who suffer from thyroid swelling to take more kelp. In addition, kelp contains some proteins, carbohydrate and many other active material. It is regarded as’ longevity vegetable’ and Iodic champion. But could patients with Polycystic Kidney Disease (hereinafter called PKD) can take kelp. To solve this confusion, we write down this passage.

As we know PKD patients usually present a symptom like Edema. The cause of Edema is that their kidney does not work properly. And some molecules like Na+ cannot be expelled properly. There will be much water and Na+ retention in body. Over time, excessive water and sodium accumulate in their body, and Edema emerge. Therefore, they are not advisable to take more salt. However, kelp contains more iodic salt.


Judging from the value of nutrition, kelp is indeed a longevity foodstuff. But whether people can take them is dependent on their specific conditions. PKD patients and other Nephrotic Patients is not recommended to take this vegetable. In addition, patients need to take regular test in the hospital. It is reasonable to abide by doctor’s advice rather than take foodstuff therapy blindly. For more information about food therapy, you can email me at kidney-treatment@hotmail.com or consult our real-time online expert.