Keep kidney stones in check by eating a balanced diet, maintaining a normal weight, and drinking at least 10 glasses of water a day.
The number of people suffering from kidney stones is increasing year by year. New research suggests that over weight and the lifestyle habits leading to weight management problems may be partly to blame. A recent study found that obesity, diabetes and gout all increase the risk of kidney stones. Maintaining a balanced, mainly plant-based, low sodium, sugar and saturated fat diet, may help reduce that risk.
If you suffer from frequent kidney stones, drink plenty of liquids every day — at least 10 glasses, of pure still water. Limit the amount of salt in your diet and avoid canned food, fast & conveniance food and all kind of processed food products.
While in the past doctors would have recommended to stay away from dairy products, current research shows that eating a moderate amount of high-calcium foods with meals may actually decrease the chances of stones forming. For overall good health, remember to eat lots of fresh vegetables and fruits, 3-5 times a day
Food to prevent and decrease kidney stones:
- Green beans
- Kale
- Morning Glory
- Celery
- Radish
- Spinach
- Squash
- Onion
- Avocado
- Cranberries
- Banana
- Kiwi
- Potatoes
- Chickpeas
- Lentils
- Soya beans
- Whole grain rice
- Cottage Cheese
- Tuna
- Cod
- Salmon
- Chicken
- Turkey
- Seeds
- Almonds
Healing nutrients and phytochemicals for Kidney stones:
- Vitamin B6
- Calcium (don’t forget plant based Calcium as in vegetables)
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