The saying goes, "disease enters through the mouth, disaster comes out of the mouth." Many diseases nowadays are caused by neglecting our diet, such as kidney stones. Kidney stones are formed due to an excess of certain components in our diet, so we must pay more attention to our daily diet. Let's take a look at the best dietary methods for treating kidney stones.
Best Dietary Methods for Treating Kidney Stones
1. Boil 100g of walnut kernels and 200g of rice in water to make a thin porridge to drink.
2. Cut 100cm of sunflower stalk into 3cm long pieces, boil in water and drink once a day for one month.
3. Boil 30g-60g of lotus stems in water and drink as a tea.
4. Mash fresh bottle gourd and extract its juice, mix with honey and drink half a cup twice a day.
5. Cut 5 fresh star fruits into pieces, boil in 5 bowls of water until reduced to 3 bowls, then add honey and drink.
6. Remove the shells from 20g of pumpkin seeds, mash them into a paste, mix with an appropriate amount of white sugar, and take on an empty stomach with warm water in the morning and evening.
Which Foods are Good for the Body in Treating Kidney Stones
1. Drink plenty of water. The first step in preventing kidney stones is to drink plenty of water (this may be the only step needed). At least six to eight cups a day with a 240ml cup. Although drinking water is always a good choice, other non-caffeinated, non-alcoholic beverages are also good (if the concentration of oxalate in urine is too high, the doctor will advise you not to drink too much decaffeinated tea). Drinking plenty of water every day is one of the best ways to prevent kidney stones, at least six to eight cups a day.
2. Consume dairy products. The majority of kidney stones (about 90%) are composed of calcium and oxalate. Due to the high calcium content in dairy products, doctors used to advise all kidney stone patients to consume less of these foods. However, recent studies have shown that consuming dairy products can actually reduce the risk of developing kidney stones because the calcium in them helps the body eliminate other substances that are prone to forming stones. However, your doctor may advise against taking calcium supplements. If you have kidney stones, consult your doctor to determine how much calcium is safe to include in your diet.
3. Increase intake of vitamin A. Vitamin A is essential for maintaining overall urinary tract health. Foods rich in vitamin A include sweet potatoes, pumpkins, asparagus, broccoli, and carrots. The recommended daily allowance (RDA) of vitamin A for healthy adults is 5000 international units, which can easily be met through a balanced and varied diet. Do not rush to take vitamin A supplements as excessive intake can accumulate and become toxic to the body.
4. Increase intake of vitamin B. Scientists have found that vitamin B6 can lower the levels of oxalate in the blood, thereby preventing stone formation. Magnesium also seems to be able to prevent stones. Doctors may recommend daily supplementation of vitamin B6 or magnesium (or a combination of both). When supplementing with vitamin B6, do not exceed 25mg per day.
