Renal lithiasis and nutrition
2006

Diet and Kidney Stones

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Felix Grases, Antonia Costa-Bauza, Rafel M Prieto

Primary Institution: Universitary Institute of Health Sciences Research (IUNICS), University of Balearic Islands

Hypothesis

The study investigates the relationship between dietary factors and the formation of different types of renal stones.

Conclusion

Changing dietary habits can significantly help in preventing the formation of kidney stones.

Supporting Evidence

  • Changing dietary patterns can prevent kidney stones.
  • Liquid intake of at least 2 liters per day is crucial for preventing stone recurrence.
  • Certain dietary factors can increase or decrease the risk of different types of renal stones.

Takeaway

Drinking enough water and eating the right foods can help stop kidney stones from forming.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1186/1475-2891-5-23

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