
Kidney stones, or renal calculi, are solid masses made of crystals. Originating from the kidneys, they can develop in the urinary tract. Kidney stones are known to be one of the most painful medical conditions.
SYMPTOMS OF KIDNEY STONE:
- URINATING SMALL OR MORE OFTEN THAN USUAL.
- SUDDEN AND SEVERE PAIN IN THE ABDOMEN.
- NAUSEA AND VOMITING.
- PAIN ON URINATION.
- BLOOD IN THE URINE.
KIDNEY STONE DIET
TWO GOLDEN DIETARY RULES TO CURB THE FORMATION OF KIDNEY STONE
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CURB THE USE OF THESE CULPRITS TO CURB KIDNEY STONES
VITAMIN C -
Vitamin C may convert these stones to oxalates, thus aggravating further problems -
RESTRICT THE INTAKE OF SODIUM -
Patients with kidney stones, especially calcium stones should restrict their sodium intake. -
RESTRICT THE INTAKE OF PROTEINS -
- Protein increases uric acid, calcium, and oxalates in the urine and reduces citrate. Diets high in protein, particularly meat protein, have been consistently associated with kidney stones.
- Soybeans mushrooms, eggs, spinach, asparagus, cauliflower, red meats, poultry and fish should be completely avoided.
FOOD GROUPS | CHOOSE THESE | NOT THESE |
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CEREALS |
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VEGETABLES |
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FRUITS |
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NON-VEGETARIAN
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MILK & MILK PRODUCTS |
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NUTS |
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SUGARS |
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FATS & OILS |
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MISCELLANEOUS FOOD ITEMS |
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NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES |
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SUPPLEMENTS |
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Type Of Stone- | Uric Acid Stones | ||
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Food groups |
Choose freely |
Choose moderately |
Choose rarely |
Cereals |
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Pulses and dal |
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Milk and milk products |
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Non-veg |
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Fruits |
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Nuts |
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Vegetables |
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MAKE YOUR KIDNEYS STONE PROOF!