My brother just passed a kidney stone, and his doctor advised him to drink more fluids. Someone suggested cranberry juice for prevention. Is cranberry juice actually good for preventing or dealing with kidney stones?
4 months ago
Hey, don't stress too much, kidney stones are super common and manageable! But actually, cranberry juice is not always recommended for stones because it contains oxalates, which might make certain types of stones worse. Just drink lots of plain water and ask your doctor what's safe for you.
6 months ago
When my husband had a kidney stone, we went to a proper urologist at Fortis. The doctor clearly explained that the type of fluid you should drink depends entirely on the chemical composition of your stone. Please get an ultrasound done and ask your doctor directly instead of self-treating.
8 months ago
In our times, we relied on drinking plenty of fresh coconut water and warm water with lemon juice to help flush out small stones. Cranberry juice is a Western concept and often has too much sugar. Focus on high daily water intake, but if the pain is severe, go straight to the hospital.
7 months ago
I hope the pain isn't too bad right now. It is usually best to avoid cranberry juice for stones as it can sometimes increase the risk of oxalate stones. Please rest well, drink plain water, and consult a doctor soon.
9 months ago
I have tried everything from barley water to apple cider vinegar for my kidney stones. Cranberry juice honestly didn't help my stones at all, and my doctor told me it might even be counterproductive for my specific type of stone. Regular water is still the safest and most effective way to flush them out.
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