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Kidney stone diet

I have kidney stones,but want to do body building...so wat should i eat where in i get proteins also..can i eat chicken,liver,beef,spinach to remove stones and to avoid i am drinking lemon and olive oil mixture..also boiled horsegram wa
(September 11, 2011)

Kidney stones can be quite a painful condition and one has to take care. In general, make sure you avoid unhealthy foods and junk foods. Lemon juice is excellent for general detoxification, and you can add it to your salad dressings and herbal teas as well. There is no need to eliminate proteins completely from your diet. If you want to go in for body building and need to increase your intake of protein, make sure you increase your intake of water as well.

Protein is quite a large molecule, and it is important that you drink plenty of water to flush it out of your kidneys. In fact, regardless of the diet you are on, make sure you increase your water intake to ten to twelve glasses a day. This helps your body detoxify and also helps your kidney stones dissolve faster. It is best to consult your doctor for further advice on a recommended diet for body building when suffering from kidney stones.

Submitted by N on September 11, 2011 at 11:50

Is milk bad for kidney stones?

The kidneys filter blood that passes through them to remove impurities. This process leads to the creation of urine which is sent from the kidneys to the urinary bladder where it is stored and subsequently disposed of through urination. Kidney stones are solid formations that develop in the kidneys over time when there is some improper food or drink being consumed. The kidneys may, themselves, be prone to the development of stones as well. One may implement dietary changes as per the request of the doctor to help prevent further stone formations as well as to help clear the existing stones.

There is some suggestion that it is bad to have milk for kidney stones. However, research suggests that there is no obvious link between milk consumption and the development of kidney stones. Milk contains calcium is very good for the health of the bones. It is important to note that studies have also found that calcium supplements can be linked with the formation of kidney stones. Thus, one must avoid consuming calcium supplements and replace this with milk consumption. In any case, one’s attending doctor will be able to give the right advice based on the extent of the problem and any dietary restrictions that may be in place.

Submitted by N on July 24, 2011 at 12:43

Is grapefruit good or bad for kidney stones?

Kidney stones are a very painful condition that develops as a result of the coagulation of impurities in the urine stream that form a ‘stone’. These stones can be of various sizes ranging from a small pebble to the size of a golf ball. Probably the most pronounced symptom of the condition is the substantial pain that you are likely to experience when passing urine – which is likely to lead to urine incontinence as it becomes to painful to completely relieve your bladder in one go. The development of kidney stones is largely down to the kinds of foods that you consume on a regular basis and also the amount of water intake you have in a day.

Grapefruit for kidney stones is considered to be one of the best natural treatment options for kidney stones because of the fact that the acids in the citrus fruit serve to stimulate the digestive juices and help breakdown kidney stones much faster. However, it is important to remember that grapefruit juice for kidney stones will be largely helped by the heavy intake of water to aid in the flush. Another aspect to keep in mind is the fact that drinking large amounts of grapefruit juice is known to increase the amount of medication in the body – so consult your doctor in the event that you are taking any kind of prescription medication.

Submitted by N on July 18, 2011 at 12:42

Is apple cider vinegar good for kidney stones?

The kidneys are a pair of organs that are supposed to clean the blood of impurities and excess substances which then pass out of the body in the form of urine. The process of filtration occurs throughout the day with urine collecting in the bladder before it is disposed of. Kidney stones occur when there is a problem in the kidneys or when the individual has some impurity in the blood.

Kidney stones are often harmless as they dissolve and are passed without too much discomfort. However, in some cases, kidney stones can damage the organ to a point where recovery is not possible. There are a number of diuretic drinks that are recommended to help dissolve kidney stones. One can also use raw apple cider vinegar for kidney stones. The problem with consuming this is the intense flavor of it which is often difficult to handle for people. However, there are many people who swear by the beneficial effects of consuming apple cider vinegar for their kidney stone problems. At the moment, medical research continues to be conducted into the mechanism by which this benefit operates. However, people may try this to cure themselves of kidney stone pain.

Submitted by N on July 13, 2011 at 12:41

Can eating tomato cause kidney stone?

Kidney stones are a very painful condition and are caused primarily due the solidification of dietary minerals in the urine. Studies have shown that the most susceptible individuals to the development of kidney stones are men between the age of about 35 and 40. The link between a tomato and kidney stones has only recently been established. Recent studies have shown that a high intake of tomatoes, especially the raw ones, in a person’s diet appears to be directly proportional to the likelihood of suffering from kidney stones.

Apart from tomato for kidney stones, some of the other vegetables that are known to increase the likelihood of development of kidney stones include ladyfinger, eggplant. The primary cause of the increase in risk is down to the presence of oxalate in these vegetables. Consumption of citrate causes the solubility of calcium oxalate – thereby resulting in the prevention of stone development. However, one aspect to keep in mind is the fact that eating a single tomato is unlikely to cause any complications; it is only when the intake is substantially high that the problems are likely to arise. Consult your doctor as soon as you experience any of the symptoms associated with kidney stones.

Submitted by N on July 8, 2011 at 12:40

Diet for Kidney stone

Urolithiasis or renal stones are deposits of acidic salts and minerals, which are seen in the interior of the kidneys. They are small and hard and are diluted in the urine. Concentrated urine results in crystallization of the minerals, thereby resulting in stone formation. Pain in the back, abdomen and groin are common. Research reveals the positive association between animal proteins and certain kinds of stones. Calcium or calcium oxalate stones are seen due to increased intake of sodium, animal proteins and sugars.

Whole grains, fruits and vegetables are recommended, whereas peanuts, cocoa, spinach tea and coffee are avoided. Spinach contains oxalates, which bind with calcium to form calcium oxalate stones. Processed meats, tinned soups, snack foods, condiments, stock cubes and sauces are better avoided, due to their increased sodium content. Red meat, offal meats, tinned fish, meat extracts and mussels are rich in purine, which in turn increases the uric acid concentration.

Calcium crystallization increases. Protein in the diet also raises stone formation or renal calculi. Egg, fish and chicken are reduced in the diet. Lemon juice and olive oil mixture is not medically proven for renal stones. Visit a nephrologist for further guidance.