I recently had a minor kidney stone episode, and now I'm very conscious about my diet. I eat a lot of cucumbers, especially in salads. My neighbour warned me that cucumber can cause kidney stones. Is there any truth to this?
7 months ago
Honestly, I was searching about this last week because I eat so much cucumber in salads. Turns out cucumbers are mostly water and actually help flush out toxins. Unless you are eating like 10 kgs of it daily, it shouldn't cause any stones.
4 months ago
Nature has made cucumber with so much water to keep our bodies cool and clean. Just keep your mind positive and drink enough water throughout the day. Take care of your health, everything will be perfectly fine.
8 months ago
Beta, we have been eating cucumbers in our family for generations and nobody ever got kidney stones because of it. It is a very healthy vegetable that keeps the body cool. Just enjoy it fresh with a little black salt and don't worry about these modern fears.
8 months ago
As someone managing diabetes, cucumber is my go-to snack because it doesn't spike my sugar levels. My doctor never mentioned any link to kidney stones, but yes, moderation is always important for any diet. Keep a check on your overall oxalate intake if you are prone to stones.
6 months ago
I had a 6mm kidney stone last year and my doctor actually recommended cucumber because of its high water content. Just make sure you wash them properly and don't overdo any single food. Hydration is the real key to keep stones away, trust me.
5 months ago
Wait, really? I practically live on cucumber during summers because PG food is so bad. Pretty sure they are super safe because they keep u hydrated. Don't stress too much about these random internet facts!
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