Can hard water cause kidney stones?

Question

My father suffered from kidney stones for many years, and he always used to warn us about drinking hard water. I live in an area known for very hard water; should I be concerned about developing kidney stones because of it?

Sunita Deshpande · Accepted Answer

I feel your pain, kidney issues are very stressful to deal with. While there is no direct proof that hard water alone causes stones, drinking less water definitely does. I drink barley water and fresh coconut water to keep my system clean, but definitely use an RO filter for your daily drinking water.

Rajesh Varma · Answer

I used to think drinking any tap water was fine and ignored a dull backache for months until I ended up in the emergency room with a painful 8mm stone. Don't take kidney health lightly. Get an ultrasound done if you have pain, and switch to RO or clean drinking water immediately.

Deepak Roy · Answer

Drinking hard water with too much calcium might increase the risk if you are prone to stones. Better to stick to purified drinking water and stay hydrated.

Shalini Nair · Answer

Agreed, hard water has high mineral content which can put extra load on your kidneys. It's best to invest in a good RO system and consult a doctor if you feel any side pain.

Madan Lal · Answer

Hamare yahan sab kehte hain ki bhari paani peene se pathri ho jati hai. It is always safer to boil your drinking water or use a good filter to remove the heavy minerals. Please drink plenty of water daily to keep your body clean and healthy, beta.

Can hard water cause kidney stones?

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