There is no magic diet that will prevent the formation of stones 100%. But improper nutrition can contribute to the formation of stones.
There are general recommendations for nutrition:
β Normalize weight;
β High intake of calcium (from dairy products);
β Plenty of fluids drink;
β Fruits and vegetables;
β Lots of fiber, grains.
β Moderate salt intake
β Only avoid foods with extremely high oxalate content (tail, rhubarb, spinach, dark chocolate, nuts);
β "Normal" protein intake. You don't have to be a "meat eater", but you don't have to give up meat either;
Many patients want to get a "forbidden food list" from their doctor, but remember that the "diet for urolithiasis" is not "what I can't eat" is absorption.
Controls:
1. Daily urine analysis (we look at the amount of urine, sodium, oxalate, calcium)
2. Libra.
Interesting facts:
β Coffee reduces stone formation.
β Moderate alcohol does not increase stone formation.
However, in people who abuse alcohol, changes occur in the liver, which causes an increase in uric acid and oxalates.
Beer temporarily increases uric acid levels and triggers gout attacks.
