How to reduce risk of kidney stones?
I had kidney stones a few years ago and it was incredibly painful. I never want to go through that again. What steps can I take to reduce the chances of kidney stones coming back?
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6 months ago
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Oh no, kidney stones sound super painful! Don't stress too much, but definitely get on top of it. My uncle had them, and he said drinking lots and lots of water throughout the day was the biggest thing. Like, annoyingly much water, haha. Also, maybe cut down on salty snacks?
9 months ago
Hey, it's good you're thinking about prevention. Kidney stones can be excruciating, so avoiding them is wise. Make sure you're hydrated all day, not just when you're thirsty. And maybe reduce foods high in oxalate like spinach and nuts if you're prone to certain types of stones, but talk to a doctor first.
5 months ago
Beta, hamare zamane mein kehte the ki zyada paani piyo aur nariyal paani bhi. Nimbu paani bhi achha hota hai for cleansing. Lekin agar dard ho ya takleef zyada ho toh doctor ko zaroor dikhana, yeh pathri serious ho sakti hai.
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9 months ago
I know someone who had kidney stones, and the pain was unbearable for them. What they found helped a lot was just consistently drinking a lot of water throughout the day. It sounds simple, but it made a big difference for them in preventing recurrence.
7 months ago
I've heard drinking enough water is number one, like, really basic but super effective. Also, avoiding too much salt and processed foods helps. Are there specific foods that are really bad for kidney stones, or is it more general? I'm curious about the oxalate thing.