Calcium Oxalate Stones (Most Common)

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Calcium Oxalate Stones (Most Common)

Plenty of water

Lemon or lime water

• Normal dietary calcium
• Fruits and vegetables
• Low-salt meals
• Limit
• Spinach
• Beetroot
• Excess nuts
• Dark chocolate

Too much salt

• Uric Acid Stones
• These stones usually form when the urine is too acidic.
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Uric Acid Stones

Water

Lemon water

• Fruits and vegetables
• Whole grains
• Low-fat dairy
• Limit
• Red meat
• Organ meat
• Sardines and anchovies
• Sugary soft drinks
• Alcohol, especially beer

Calcium Phosphate Stones

These stones are less common and often occur in alkaline urine.

Calcium Phosphate Stones

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• Plenty of water
• Balanced meals
• Normal calcium intake
• Fresh fruits and vegetables
• Limit
• Excess salt
• Unnecessary calcium supplements
• Self-medication with alkaline preparations unless prescribed
• Remember

The best way to prevent kidney stones is simple:

Remember

Drink enough water. Eat a balanced diet. Reduce salt. Enjoy calcium-rich foods in normal amounts. Add natural citrate with lemon or lime.

Small changes today can help keep you stone-free for years