Pranav Deshmukh Pranav Deshmukh Asked 4 months ago

What not to drink with kidney stones?

I recently had a kidney stone and the doctor told me to adjust my diet. I know about eating, but I'm specifically curious about drinks. What beverages should I strictly avoid if I've had kidney stones, or to prevent them in the future?

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Pranav Kumar Pranav Kumar Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago
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Don't trust every 'natural remedy' for kidney stones you read online about what to drink or not drink. Some can actually be harmful or ineffective. It's crucial to get proper medical advice from a urologist, as the type of stone dictates what you should avoid. Get tested first.

Ayesha Khan Ayesha Khan Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

My family friend had kidney stones, and the doctors at Apollo told her very specific things to avoid. It depends on the type of stone, like calcium oxalate or uric acid stones. So, the best advice is to ask your doctor clearly, 'What specifically should I NOT drink?' They'll give you a tailored list.

Ravi Shankar Ravi Shankar Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Oh, kidney stones! I totally panicked when I found out. But don't stress too much. Generally, you should avoid sugary drinks, high-oxalate juices like cranberry (for certain stones), and excessive amounts of black tea or coffee. But doc will confirm what's best for YOUR stone.

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Samira Khan Samira Khan Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Aww, kidney stones can be a real party pooper for drinks! I'd say try to avoid those super sweet fizzy drinks and maybe even some dark colas. And definitely don't go overboard with strong coffee or tea if you're prone to certain stone types. It's a bummer, but hydration with plain water is key!

Vijay Sharma Vijay Sharma Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Kidney stones can mean expensive tests. To avoid more problems, definitely don't drink too many aerated drinks or sodas, they're just bad overall. Also, if you know your stone type, like oxalate, then drinks high in oxalate should be avoided. Consult the doctor to avoid repeat issues and costs.

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Nisha Verma Nisha Verma Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Hey, don't stress too much! For kidney stones, you generally wanna cut down on sodas and high-sugar drinks. Also, maybe limit super strong black tea or coffee. But seriously, just follow what your doctor says, they know best for your specific situation. Stay hydrated with plain water!

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