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Diet modifications to prevent nephrolithiasis

October 25, 2009

Ureteric colic is very painful
And secondary prevention is often overlooked.
There are few dietary measures have been shown to reduce the risk of stones;
1) drink plenty of water(keep urine out put > 2.5L/day
2)eat low animal fat diet
3) eat low sodium diet
4) avoid excess oxalate rich foods like spinach, beets, rhubarb & chocolalate
In a recent study published in JASN : oct;20, 2009:authors report DASH style diet Is associated with reduction in kidney stone risk.
Source : Renal fellow network

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