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Kidney stones develop when the urine contains more crystal-forming substances such as calcium, oxalate, and uric acid.
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Signs and symptoms may appear as stones move into your ureters. Kidney stones can show symptoms such as excruciating pain, nausea, vomiting, fever, chills, and blood in your urine.
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The most effective way to prevent kidney stones is to consume adequate water. You won't produce as much urine if you don't drink enough leading to concentration and hence higher likelihood of developing stones.
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Animal protein-rich foods are acidic and may raise urine acidity. Both uric acid and calcium oxalate kidney stones may result from high urine acidity.
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Animal protein-rich foods are acidic and may raise urine acidity. Both uric acid and calcium oxalate kidney stones may result from high urine acidity.
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Because a high-sodium diet raises the level of calcium in your urine, it can cause kidney stones. So, for those who are prone to kidney stones, a low-sodium diet is advised.
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Many people think they should avoid eating calcium because calcium oxalate kidney stones are the most typical type but tis isn't true. Diets low in calcium increase risk of kidney stones.
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Oxalate, a naturally occurring substance present in food that combines with calcium in the urine to form kidney stones, is the basis for some kidney stones. Limiting oxalate-rich foods may aid in preventing the formation of the stones.
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