Kidney stones and Diet
Kidney stones also referred to as renal calculi, are very hard pebble-like deposits that form inside the kidneys. They are excruciatingly painful and most individuals seek immediate medical assistance. Besides the pain, if kidney stones are
Oxalate (Oxalic Acid) and Kidney Health
The categorization of foods by oxalate content and antioxidant activity grants more informed nutritional suggestions for patients with urolithiasis and other diseases, according to a recently published study.
What is Oxalate?
Oxalate is any
Many dietitians, doctors, and experts talk about the benefits of the vegetarian diet. Those who follow this diet have a lower chance of obesity, lower risk of heart disease, lower blood pressure, and a much lower risk of
Scientists are talking about new options in helping patients with kidney stone disease. The kidneys filter the blood and remove toxic materials and waste products, allowing it to be passed out in urine. Affecting 10% of people worldwide, kidney stones
Another natural remedy has been brought to light to help those suffering from kidney stones. Nigella sativa, also known as black seed was recently examined in a study with 60 patients, showing it can help treat or at least reduce
SUMMARY:
Patients who get repetitive kidney stones have a higher risk of ESRD (end-stage renal disease) than people who don’t get them as often.
Also, patients with asymptomatic stones and bladder stone formers have increased mortality risk than
Although we are familiar with lemons for making fresh lemonade, natural household cleaning or facial tonics, folk medicine claims that this juice, which is rich in vitamin C, may in fact dissolve kidney stones although science does not yet
SUMMARY:
The problem with antibiotics is not limited to increasing antibiotic resistance in bacteria. A group of scientists have found a link between the use of oral antibiotics and the risk of developing kidney stones. The findings will be
How could tomatoes and kidney stones possibly be connected, you may be asking yourself. After all, tomatoes are renowned for their tremendous health benefits. Tomatoes are filled with vitamin c, antioxidants and lycopene all of which help to reduce oxidative
