To avoid kidney stones, drink plenty of water to keep urine diluted, limit salt and animal protein, eat a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, and maintain a healthy weight. Additionally, avoid high doses of vitamin C and oxalate-rich foods like spinach and some nuts.
Water:
Drinking enough water is crucial to prevent kidney stones. It helps dilute urine, which makes it less likely for stones to form.
Aim for at least 8-10 cups of water per day
Calcium and Magnesium Rich Foods:
Low-fat dairy products such as milk, yogurt, and cheese are high in calcium, which can help prevent the formation of kidney stones.
Nuts and seeds such as almonds, cashews, and pumpkin seeds are high in magnesium, which can help prevent the formation of kidney stones.
Legumes such as lentils, chickpeas, and kidney beans are high in fiber and magnesium, which can help prevent the formation of kidney stones.
Lemons and Fruits:
Citrus fruits such as lemons, limes, and oranges are high in citrate, which can help prevent the formation of kidney stones. Citrate binds to calcium in urine, preventing stones from forming.
Bell peppers are low in oxalate and high in vitamin C, which can help prevent the formation of kidney stones.
Pineapple is high in bromelain, an enzyme that can help prevent the formation of kidney stones.
Apples are high in fiber and antioxidants and can help prevent the formation of kidney stones.
Watermelon is high in water content and can help keep you hydrated, which is important in preventing kidney stones.
Grapes are high in antioxidants and can help prevent the formation of kidney stones.
Cruciferous and Dark green vegetables:
Cauliflower is low in oxalate and high in vitamin C, which can help prevent the formation of kidney stones.
Leafy greens such as kale and broccoli are high in calcium and magnesium, which can help prevent the formation of kidney stones.
Cabbage is low in oxalate and high in fiber, which can help prevent the formation of kidney stones.
Garlic, ginger, parsley has anti-inflammatory properties and can help prevent the formation of kidney stones.
Turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties and can help prevent the formation of kidney stones due to its ability to reduce inflammation.
Whole grains:
Whole grains such as brown rice, quinoa, and whole wheat bread are high in fiber, which can help prevent the formation of kidney stones.
Most whole grains contribute to a healthy weight which is helpful in prevention and treatment of kidney stones.
Reference:
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CLINICAL RESEARCHDASH-Style Diet Associates with Reduced Risk for Kidney Stones
Journal of the American Society of Nephrology 20(10):p 2253-2259, October 2009. | DOI: 10.1681/ASN.2009030276
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