Diet & Prevention

Diet and Prevention for Kidney Support Yang

Supporting Healthy Kidney and Bladder Function According to Traditional Chinese Medicine

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, healthy urination, fluid metabolism, and bladder control depend on strong Kidney Yang and healthy Spleen function. When Kidney Yang becomes weakened, the body may have difficulty regulating water metabolism, leading to frequent urination, urinary leakage, incontinence, water retention, weakness of the lower back and hind legs, and reduced vitality. Proper nutrition, consistent feeding habits, hydration, and warm, easily digested foods help support healthy kidney function and long-term urinary wellness.

For Best Results

  • Feed meals at consistent times each day to support healthy digestion and Kidney function.
  • Prioritize warm, freshly cooked meals over raw, refrigerated, or frozen foods.
  • Avoid sudden diet changes and introduce new foods gradually.
  • Provide clean, fresh water at all times to maintain healthy hydration.
  • Bone broth may be added to meals to support hydration and encourage eating.
  • Avoid feeding immediately before vigorous exercise.
  • Feed smaller, more frequent meals if your pet has a sensitive digestive system.
  • Monitor changes in urination, energy level, and mobility as kidney function improves.

Dietary Recommendations

Cooked Vegetables (20%)

Pumpkin, carrots, sweet potato, or squash provide gentle fiber, antioxidants, and nutrients that support healthy digestion and fluid balance.

Cooked Oats (10%)

A warming whole grain traditionally used to strengthen the Spleen, support energy production, and provide sustained nourishment.

Boiled Chicken or Lean Pork (70%)

Neutral proteins traditionally used to nourish Qi, support Kidney function, and provide highly digestible nutrition while helping maintain lean muscle mass.

Bone Broth

Chicken bone broth prepared with chicken feet or fish maw may be added to meals to support hydration, encourage appetite, and provide natural collagen.

Foods and Feeding Practices to Limit

  • Cold, raw, or refrigerated foods
  • Excessively salty foods or high-sodium treats
  • Highly processed pet foods and table scraps
  • Greasy or excessively fatty foods
  • Frequent diet changes
  • Excessive treats between meals
  • Cold drinking water immediately after vigorous exercise

Daily Portion Guidelines

Dogs

Small Dogs (<20 lbs):
½–1 cup (approximately 200–350 g / 0.4–0.8 lbs) per day

Medium Dogs (20–50 lbs):
1½–2½ cups (approximately 400–750 g / 0.8–1.6 lbs) per day

Large Dogs (>50 lbs):
3–4½ cups (approximately 800–1500 g / 1.7–3.3 lbs) per day

Cats

Small Cats (<5 lbs):
¼–½ cup (approximately 50–125 g / 0.1–0.3 lbs) per day

Medium Cats (5–10 lbs):
½–¾ cup (approximately 100–250 g / 0.2–0.6 lbs) per day

Large Cats (>10 lbs):
¾–1 cup (approximately 150–300 g / 0.3–0.7 lbs) per day

Ongoing Kidney Support

Mix Pet Formula for Kidney Disease Yang into your pet's food as directed to help support healthy Kidney Yang, bladder function, fluid metabolism, and urinary control. For pets with more advanced kidney or urinary patterns, additional traditional herbal support may be recommended based on their individual needs.

Consistent nutrition, proper hydration, regular feeding schedules, and kidney support are important foundations for maintaining healthy kidney function, bladder control, fluid balance, urinary health, and overall vitality.