Some foods may increase the risk of kidney stones. About this portal “Doctor Peter” St. said Dmitry Zhuravsky, urologist-andrologist at the SM Clinic in St. Petersburg.
“Sometimes on the Internet you can find opinions about the benefits of beer in the prevention of urolithiasis. The so-called diuretic effect of the sparkling drink helps to remove excess sand and even small stones. There is some truth to this, but the potential harm of regular beer consumption still outweighs the hypothetical benefits,” writes “Doctor Peter.”
Some foods can contribute to stone formation, but the list of foods depends on the type of stones that a patient develops. For example, oxalic acid and its derivatives (oxalates) can contribute to the formation of oxalate stones. They are found in sorrel, spinach, parsley, dill, rhubarb, beets, citrus fruits and cocoa. Dairy fats can increase the absorption of oxalates in cocoa, so it’s also best to limit your dairy intake.
Excessive meat, broth, and other high-protein foods can contribute to the formation of urate stones. The fact is that meat contains a lot of purines. They are converted in the body into uric acid, which then enters the urinary system through the bloodstream and can cause the formation of urate stones.
Finally, excess salt causes fluid retention in the body. Its reduction is the main step towards the treatment of urolithiasis. It is recommended that adults eat no more than five grams (about one teaspoon) of salt. It is important to understand that there is a lot of salt in sausages, semi-finished products, sauces and other products.
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