My friend recently developed kidney stones, and he's now cutting out all kinds of nuts, including peanut butter. I'm a big fan of it, but this has made me think. Does peanut butter specifically give you kidney stones?
4 months ago
Peanuts have oxalates which can sometimes cause stones if your body is prone to it. Drink plenty of water daily, at least 3 liters, and you can also have fresh coconut water. Don't eat heavy store-bought things too much, home-cooked food is always best.
4 months ago
It is always safer to get a basic urine test or ultrasound if you are feeling any lower back pain. Everyone's body reacts differently to oxalates in peanuts. Better to ask a doctor instead of guessing.
4 months ago
My son loves peanut butter sandwiches but he has a sensitive stomach, so we had to be very careful. We limit it to twice a week now and ensure he drinks a lot of lemonade. Just monitor how your body feels after eating it.
4 months ago
I literally just got treated for a 6mm kidney stone last month. My doctor told me to stop eating peanut butter immediately because of the high oxalate content. If you already have a history of stones, please avoid it completely.
4 months ago
I totally panicked last year when I started eating peanut butter and read about kidney stones online. But my doc reassured me that for normal healthy people, a spoon or two daily won't cause any issues. Just stay hydrated and don't stress.
4 months ago
If you are highly active and your doctors have given you the green light, normal consumption is totally fine. I have a scoop post-workout and make sure to drink water throughout my daily walks. Just don't sit in one place all day.
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