Imran Sheikh Imran Sheikh Asked 8 months ago

Does almond milk cause kidney stones?

My brother had kidney stones recently, and now I'm very careful about what I eat and drink. I've switched to almond milk, but then I heard a rumor. Does almond milk cause kidney stones?

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Ritika Roy Ritika Roy Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago
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Almond milk is relatively high in oxalates, which can contribute to calcium oxalate kidney stones in susceptible individuals. If you have a family history of stones, it is highly recommended to consult your physician or urologist before consuming it daily.

Neha Gupta Neha Gupta Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I completely get how terrifying it is to read about food triggers when you've already suffered from kidney stones once. Almond milk does have higher oxalates, so it's normal to feel worried, but moderation is always the key.

Aniket Saxena Aniket Saxena Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

If you are prone to stones, almond milk might not be the best daily choice due to its oxalate content. Switch to coconut or oat milk to be safe, and drink plenty of water to keep your kidneys flushed.

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Snehal Patil Snehal Patil Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Haan na, we replace dairy with almond milk thinking it's super healthy, but then these side effects pop up. It can cause stones if you have them often, so better to be careful with the quantity, ho na?

Siddharth Menon Siddharth Menon Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

During my checkup at Aster Medcity, the dietician mentioned that almond milk is indeed rich in oxalates which form stones. You should definitely ask your doctor clearly if your body is prone to calcium oxalate accumulation.

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Vikram Malhotra Vikram Malhotra Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

I developed a kidney stone last year and my doctor specifically told me to cut down on spinach, nuts, and almond milk. If you drink it daily, make sure you also consume enough calcium to bind the oxalates in your digestive tract.

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