Anyone who has passed a kidney stone remembers it. Unfortunately, about half of people who have one stone will have another within ten years. The good news is that daily habits have a strong effect on that risk.
The Basics of Prevention
- Drinking enough fluid to make pale, plentiful urine
- Cutting back on salt, which raises calcium in the urine
- Eating plenty of vegetables and fruit
- Moderating animal protein portions
- Getting calcium from food instead of avoiding it
Your Stone Type Matters
Most stones are calcium oxalate, but others are uric acid or other types. Each calls for slightly different food choices. If your stone was tested, bring the results so your plan fits your type.
A Common Mistake
Many people cut calcium after a stone. That can backfire. Calcium from food binds oxalate in the gut and often lowers stone risk.
Hot Weather and Hydration
Stones are more common in hot climates and in summer, when people lose more fluid through sweat. We build a hydration routine you can actually keep up with.
When to Seek Care
Severe side or back pain, fever with urinary symptoms, vomiting, or being unable to urinate need urgent care. Your urologist leads diagnosis and treatment. We help with the habits that keep stones from coming back.
