Can orange juice cause kidney stones?

Question

I have a history of kidney stones, and my doctor advised me to be careful with my diet. I drink a lot of orange juice every day. Can orange juice contribute to or cause kidney stones?

Saraswathi Mani · Accepted Answer

Actually, orange juice contains citrate, which can actually help prevent kidney stones rather than causing them. But moderation is key because of the sugar content. Drink plenty of plain water alongside it.

Rajesh Yadav · Answer

Look, packaged juices with tons of added sugar might cause issues, but fresh orange juice in limit is actually good for kidneys. Don't overdo any juice though. Plain water is your best friend to keep stones away.

Priyanka Shinde · Answer

Actually yaar, I researched this when my dad got stones. Orange juice is fine, but if you drink too much packaged juice with artificial sugar, it might affect your system. Stick to fresh home juice or just eat the fruit.

Amit Patel · Answer

I had a kidney stone couple of years back and my urologist actually recommended drinking fresh citrus juices like lemon or orange juice. The citrate stops stones from forming. Just avoid those canned ones with lots of chemicals.

Manish Sharma · Answer

I once ignored minor side pain and kept drinking random fruit juices thinking it would flush things out, but it got worse. If you are prone to stones, please get a proper doctor's advice and a scan done instead of self-treating with juices.

Neha Gupta · Answer

I totally panicked and stopped all citrus when I heard this rumor! But my doctor laughed and said fresh orange juice actually helps prevent certain types of stones. So you can enjoy your glass of juice without worrying.

Can orange juice cause kidney stones?

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Consult a neurologist

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