Products that protect against kidney stone formation have been named 07:00

Diet plays a big role in the formation of kidney stones. Some foods promote the formation of stones, while others help to prevent them. SM-Clinic nephrologist Tanzila Sagova told socialbites.ca which products protect against the formation of kidney stones.

In other words, according to him, citrus fruits (lemon, lime, orange, etc.), more precisely citric acid, prevent the formation of kidney stones by increasing the acidity of urine.

“It is also important to consume enough fibre, which helps maintain normal blood sugar levels and protects against the formation of kidney stones. Therefore, the diet needs to include fibre-rich vegetables and fruits,” he added.

Whole grains like oats, brown rice, quinoa, and others are rich not only in fiber but also in magnesium, which reduces the risk of kidney stones. These same foods include lentils, beans, and other legumes.

According to the doctor, low-fat dairy products also play an important role in protecting against the formation of kidney stones. This is explained by the fact that calcium from them binds to oxalate in the digestive tract, reducing its absorption and protecting against the formation of stones.

“It is also worth paying attention to lean protein foods such as chicken, fish and eggs. These are excellent sources of protein that do not contain high levels of purines, which helps reduce the risk of uric acid stones,” the nephrologist said.

And of course, it’s important to drink enough water. According to the doctor, several large studies have shown that people who drink less than 1.5 liters of fluid per day have a 50% higher risk of developing kidney stones than those who drink more than 2.5 liters per day.

“To prevent kidney stones, you should avoid eating foods high in oxalates (e.g. spinach, rhubarb, beets), reduce your salt intake, and limit your intake of foods high in purines (e.g. red meat, seafood, organ meats),” the doctor added.

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