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Presentation
Having kidney stones is not at all fun as it is
often associated with great pain. However,
preventing kidney stones involves
adopting certain healthy habits that can
help reduce the risk of their formation.
Let this presentation, brought to you by a
renowned urologist in Kolkata tell you
some healthy habits that are helpful in
reducing the risk of kidney stones –
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STAY HYDRATED
STAY HYDRATED
Drink plenty of water
throughout the day to dilute
urine and reduce the
concentration of minerals that
can lead to stone formation.
Therefore, aim for at least 8-10
glasses (about 2-2.5 liters) of
water daily, and more if you are
in a hot climate or engage in
strenuous physical activities.
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OPT FOR A
BALANCED DIET
OPT FOR A
BALANCED DIET
Consume a well-balanced diet
that includes a variety of healthy
fruits and vegetables. These foods
provide essential nutrients and
therefore, can help prevent
kidney stones by reducing the
levels of stone-forming
substances in the urine.
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LIMIT SODIUM INTAKE
LIMIT SODIUM INTAKE
Did you know that high sodium (salt)
intake can lead to increased calcium
in the urine, which can contribute to
stone formation in the kidneys? So,
consider reducing the consumption
of salt by avoiding processed and fast
foods and being mindful of added salt
when cooking or preparing foods.
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HAVE CALCIUM-
RICH FOODS
HAVE CALCIUM-
RICH FOODS
Adequate dietary calcium is
important for preventing kidney
stones. So, try to include calcium-
rich foods in your everyday diet,
such as dairy products, fortified
plant-based milk, leafy greens, and
more. But remember that calcium
supplements should always be
taken under the guidance of a
healthcare professional.
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LIMIT OXALATE-
RICH FOODS
LIMIT OXALATE-
RICH FOODS
It is important to note that some
kidney stones are formed of
calcium oxalate. Therefore, if you
are prone to calcium oxalate
stones, you should limit high-
oxalate foods, such as spinach,
rhubarb, beets, nuts, and more
food items that contain calcium
oxalate.
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Now that you are well aware of the preventative measures for kidney
stones, you must follow them to prevent the risks of kidney stones.
Now that you are well aware of the preventative measures for kidney
stones, you must follow them to prevent the risks of kidney stones.