Drink plenty of water
Drinking 2.5 - 3 liters of water per day is an effective way to reduce the risk of kidney stones. To enhance the effect, you can squeeze a little lemon into the water to supplement citric acid. On the contrary, you should limit drinks such as cola, soft drinks, sugary fruit juices or sweet tea, because they can increase the risk of kidney stones.
Limit non-dairy animal protein
Foods rich in purines such as red meat, poultry, fish and animal organs should be limited because they increase the production of monosodium urate, which can easily lead to kidney stones due to uric acid. Instead, you can supplement plant and milk protein, both ensuring adequate protein needs and avoiding the risk of stone formation.
Avoid added sugar and sodium to prevent kidney stones
Consuming too much added sugar and sodium can increase the risk of kidney stones. Limit sodium intake to less than 2,000 mg per day, especially from processed foods. This is one of the simple but effective ways to reduce the risk of kidney stones.
