Shobha Devi Shobha Devi Asked 4 months ago

Can salt cause kidney stones?

My husband has a history of kidney stones, and the doctor told him to reduce salt intake. I was wondering if eating too much namak can directly lead to kidney stones, or if it's more complicated than that?

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Riya Sen Riya Sen Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Yes, a high-sodium diet is a known risk factor for calcium oxalate kidney stones. While reducing salt helps, it is best to consult a urologist to get a proper diet chart based on your specific body chemistry.

Amitabh Sharma Amitabh Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Listen, too much salt increases calcium in your urine, which can indeed lead to stones. Just cut down on processed foods and pickles, and make sure you drink plenty of water daily. Don't worry, just make these small changes.

Kabir Malhotra Kabir Malhotra Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

Bhai, my doctor literally made me cut down on salty chips and namkeen after I got a 4mm kidney stone. Too much sodium pushes calcium into the urine, which is a big trigger. Trust me, drink 3 liters of water daily.

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Vikram Singh Vikram Singh Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

High sodium intake definitely plays a role in stone formation. If you are working out a lot, make sure you balance your electrolytes but don't overdo the salt in your meals. Keep your hydration levels high.

Suresh Gupta Suresh Gupta Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Getting a kidney stone treated or getting an ultrasound can easily cost thousands of rupees. It is much cheaper and easier to just reduce extra salt in your home cooking and drink plenty of tap water instead of expensive juices.

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Nisha Patel Nisha Patel Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Oh, this is scary because I put extra salt on everything, from salads to french fries! Apparently, excess sodium makes your kidneys excrete more calcium, leading to stones. Time for me to cut back on my favorite salty snacks.

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