Who loves coffee?

[newbie56]

The information in this link was of interest to me (stage 3 CKD)

medicalnewstoday.com/articl...

What's your experience?

[lowraind]

I have read many conflicting articles about coffee. For now, I have decided that I will continue with two cups a day. Don't know if they will ever find a definitive answer.

[Bunkin]

When I started on this journey and learned all the things I’d have to give up , I was mostly ok with it. However , coffee was the one thing I said I would never give up and I haven’t. I drink a cup a day, sometimes two! Haven’t noticed it having any bad effects

[saifomar]

Coffee is bad for your kidneys IF you have hypertension. As coffee raises blood pressure suddenly and that sudden rise in blood pressure will cause significant damages to your kidney's nephrons (filtration system). Also coffee counter-acts the good effects of blood pressure medications and makes them ineffective in controlling high BP.

[TriggerPoint in reply to saifomar]

Coffee Has Also Been Found To Be GREAT For Your Liver & The Brain Ect... There Are So Many Pluses & Minuses....It's Confusing... I Drink Coffee [ black ] & Never Seen It Effect My BP ?... I've Never Heard Of Coffee Causing Kidney Disease or/ Kidney Damage. Can You Provide A Link To That Study ? I Really Would Like To Read Up Om It

Thanks So Much Friend~*

[ the only real thing i find is that it may effect existing kidney damage not cause it. ]

Oh ! I Did Find This Though :

Your blood pressure

The kidneys play a key role in regulating blood pressure within a healthy range, the high blood pressure in turn, affects the health of kidneys. You have to watch out for your blood pressure if you have a kidney problem.

Caffeine causes a short but sudden increase in blood pressure. Research has not shown that drinking 3-4 cups of coffee a day increases the risk of kidney disease or increases rate of decline of kidney function. However, moderating your intake is a good idea, especially for those struggling with blood pressure control.

Additives

The coffee itself isn’t harmful, the additives can be. The flavored syrup and creamers are source of potassium. Manufacturers add chemical phosphates to coffee creamers. These chemical phosphates are easily absorbed by the body and should be limited for anyone with kidney disease.

Your fluid intake

If you are on a restricted fluid diet, you should include drinking coffee in your daily allowance.

Latest research

In Sep this year, a new research involving nearly 5,000 people with chronic kidney disease(CKD) shows a hike in daily caffeine intake appeared to lower the odds of an early death. The study couldn’t prove cause-and-effect, however it did show a greater caffeine intake is tied to longer life expectancy for people with chronic kidney disease.

Some U.S. endocrinologist who wasn’t connected to the study said there could be physiologic reasons behind the benefit.

In summary, coffee is an acceptable beverage for kidney disease if consumed moderately and in black ideally. However, individuals with questions about their coffee intake should talk to a registered dietitian or physician about how much is appropriate for them.

WOW ! THANKS....

[Neona]

This is good because I am totally hooked on coffee.