Health & Fitness
Kidney Stone Warning: Is Your Diet to Blame?
1 in 10 Americans get them. An expert reveals the surprising dietary causes and the simple steps you can take to prevent excruciating pain.
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That sudden, excruciating pain in your side could be more than just a cramp. For 1 in 10 Americans, it’s the dreaded kidney stone. According to Nikhita Gadi, M.D., a nephrologist in Teaneck, New Jersey, these tiny mineral crystals can form in your kidneys, leading to debilitating symptoms like intense pain, fever, and nausea.
But what causes them isn't always what you'd expect. Think you're being healthy with that daily spinach and nut smoothie? You might be setting yourself up for trouble. And surprisingly, Dr. Gadi reveals that too little calcium in your diet could be just as risky as too much.
With a 50% chance of recurrence, prevention is key. Find out if your habits are putting you at risk and learn the expert-approved steps—from simple hydration hacks to crucial dietary changes—to treat and prevent these painful stones for good.
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