Calcium oxalate kidney stones

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Anyone know of what diet modifications should be done if one has calcium oxalate kidney stones? How does protein play into that?

[curly_bun]

Hi, My name is K, and I have suffered from Kidney stones, caused by calcium oxalate, and I am also interested in Nutrition, so I bought a good book some years back that has an answer to your question. I looked it up, and this is what it says:
Only a few foods with oxalates will raise urinary oxalate levels:
Protein, spinach,rhubarb, beet greens, chocolate, tea, wheat bran, nuts, almonds, peanuts, and strawberries.

Calcium should not be restricted in the diet; calcium binds with oxalates in the gut and prevents their absorption (leading to stones) Sodium should be restricted to 2500 mg daily cuz sodium stimulates excretion of calcium. Caffeine increases calcium excretion. citrus juices are risks for stone formation.
Drinking water thruout the day is very important in keeping mineral content of the urine in dilation; 16 oz. every 4 hrs. is recommended.
some individuals do not absorb calcium well and eating too much fiber can result in an overall calcium deficiency.

Nutrients Needed: Magnesiium-200 to 400mg, in citrate form with meals, lowers risk of stone formation.
Vitamin B6- a60 mg. can reduce urinary oxalate levels.
Glucosamine sulfate-60 mg. can reduce urinary oxalate levels.
Chrondroitin sulfate- 60 mg. can reduce urinary oxalate levels.

Foods to eat:
Fresh fruits, avocado,cranberries, fresh vegies, green veafy vegies, asparagus, parsley, radish, sesame seeds, cashews, almonds, cumin, coriander, fennel

Juices Lemonade- 4 oz. lemon juice to 2 Qt. water daily

Cranberry, cucumber

Herbal Therapy: parsley

The book recommends limiting protein to 8 oz. a day.

I do not know if that is necesary if one drinks enough water because I have not limited my protein and have not had a kidney stone attack for the whole time I have been low carbing, these 5 years past. I was on Weight Watchers when I got the kidney stone attack, many years ago.

I hope that this is helpful to you. The name of the book is:

NUTITION ALMANAC fifthe edition, by LAVON J. DUNNE I bought it at my local Health Food Store. It has been a trusted source of info for 30 years.

[curly_bun]

Did you notice that the book referred to above mentioned that calcium in the gut prevents kidney stones from forming?

For that reason, I was thinking that for a low carb way of eating, since we do not eat regular milk, that plain soymilk might be a good way to get calcium into our diet.
Silk(brand) soymilk has a lot of calcium in it, I usually always look at the label, because some soymilks do not have calcium in them. But
Silk (brand) plain soymilk in the green carton, sold next to regular milk at Super Walmart, does. It only has 3 net carbs per CUP. That is great for anyone who is trying to get enough calcium in their daily food intake.

Another thing, did you notice that coffee will prevent calcium absorbtion? This is why I am trying to quit drinking so much coffee.

Blueberry Herbal tea is good substitute.

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Thank You so much. One of my biggest vices is Caffeine. I have been eating nuts and tons of peanut butter and recently added whole wheat to my diet as I have been doing carb rotations.

Again, Thank you for the information.

[Moogie303]

I had surgery a few years ago to break up a kidney stone. It was a pretty huge one at that.

During my follow-up visit with the doctor he handed me a slip of paper with the dietary restrictions. He then gave me an option. I could discard the diet if I kept myself properly hydrated.

He said at least 100 oz of water/day and preferrably with lemon added (lemon does something to help keep the stones from forming?)

I chose the water option.

Angie

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Originally Posted by Moogie303

I had surgery a few years ago to break up a kidney stone. It was a pretty huge one at that.

During my follow-up visit with the doctor he handed me a slip of paper with the dietary restrictions. He then gave me an option. I could discard the diet if I kept myself properly hydrated.

He said at least 100 oz of water/day and preferrably with lemon added (lemon does something to help keep the stones from forming?)

I chose the water option.

Angie

Thank you, I have been hearing that if you keep hydrated, you shouldn't have a problem. So you have been fine since?

[Moogie303]

Originally Posted by Ricardolowcarbo

Thank you, I have been hearing that if you keep hydrated, you shouldn't have a problem. So you have been fine since?

Yes I have been just fine with no problems whatsoever with more stones. I always make sure I get my water in.



Angie

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Originally Posted by Moogie303

Yes I have been just fine with no problems whatsoever with more stones. I always make sure I get my water in.



Angie

How much protein do you take in and how much water do you drink a day?

[Moogie303]

I eat between 150-200 grams of protein a day. Probably the average is 170 or so.

I've noticed that both my blood sugar levels and my weight do better when I'm eating more protein.

I drink at least 100 oz of water.

Angie

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Originally Posted by Moogie303

I eat between 150-200 grams of protein a day. Probably the average is 170 or so.

I've noticed that both my blood sugar levels and my weight do better when I'm eating more protein.

I drink at least 100 oz of water.

Angie

oh, that is great. I like to stay around 160 a day. My doctor told me to cut it to 100, but a lot of people are just telling me to hydrate and I will be fine. Thanks.