Pooja Sharma Pooja Sharma Asked 5 months ago

Are peanuts bad for kidney stones?

My brother recently had kidney stones, and now our whole family is worried about diet and prevention. I heard that peanuts might be problematic for kidney stones. Are they generally bad if someone is prone to them?

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Sita Ramachandran Sita Ramachandran Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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It is true that they have high oxalate levels, which might not be good for kidney stones. Try eating almonds or pumpkin seeds instead, they are much gentler on the system.

Meera Krishnan Meera Krishnan Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Yes, peanuts are high in oxalates, which can contribute to calcium oxalate kidney stones. If you have a history of stones, it is highly recommended to limit them. Make sure to drink plenty of water to flush out minerals.

Vijay Chawla Vijay Chawla Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

First diabetes, now kidney stones—feels like we can't eat anything without a manual! Yes, peanuts are oxalate-heavy, so my doctor told me to stay away from them. Drinking coconut water and staying hydrated is my new full-time job now.

Rahul Verma Rahul Verma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Bro, if you are prone to calcium oxalate stones, avoid peanuts completely. I had a painful 6mm stone last year and my doctor strictly told me to cut out peanuts, spinach, and chocolate. Trust me, you don't want that pain.

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Aditi Rao Aditi Rao Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

With kidney issues or thyroid, our body's metabolism needs careful monitoring. Peanuts are high in oxalates, so they are generally avoided for stones. Please get your urine and blood tests done regularly and let your doctor guide your diet.

Rajesh Mehta Rajesh Mehta Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

I had recurring stones until I cut down on high-oxalate foods like peanuts. If you do consume them occasionally, make sure to drink a glass of water right after to help prevent crystals from forming. But avoiding them is honestly the safest bet.

Nidhi Aggarwal Nidhi Aggarwal Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

The fear of getting another kidney stone is so real and draining, I totally understand how stressful picking food can be. Peaches are safe, but peanuts are indeed high in oxalates. Please don't worry, just stick to a doctor-approved diet and you will be safe.

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