5 types of foods cause kidney stones

Doctors identified 5 types of foods that can cause kidney stones consisting of the union of elements such as calcium, oxalate or phosphorus as well as uric.

Doctors explained that it is important to know the types of foods and beverages rich in the sources of those chemicals that lead to the formation of stones, which are determined by the journal “Clinical Nutrition Research” in the following:

Some vegetables:

The periodic said that vegetables contain large amounts of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and other bioactive compounds that promote health. However, some contain insoluble mineral substances and should be moderated in their intake such as beets, spinach, sweet potatoes, and peanuts.

Red meat and animal protein:

The medical periodicity noted that this food also contains a high percentage of uric acid and purines, noting that when these levels are too high, humans can develop kidney stones.

Industrial sweeteners:

Artificial sweeteners are used in many foods, but have many serious side effects on health they are associated with reduced kidney function, which can lead to the formation of kidney stones.

Salt:

Eating too much salt promotes fluid retention and the formation of kidney stones, depending on the medical periodicity, so, you should review the foods we eat and try to limit as much as possible those containing too much salt.

Seafood:

The journal stressed that people who are willing to develop kidney stones should avoid foods that contain high oxalates such as seafood, as this organic compound contributes to the accumulation of sodium and calcium in the kidneys.