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05 '16
DIETARY ADVICE FOR PEOPLE WITH KIDNEY STONES The following guidelines can help to reduce/prevent the formation of kidney stones: Drink plenty Drinking fluids will reduce the risk of developing stones. • Drink plenty of fluids (preferably water) throughout the day. • Aim to drink 3 litres (about 15 glasses) each day so that you can…
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04 '13
Basic facts everyone should know: Kidney stones are among the most common—and painful—disorders of the urinary tract. Each year, thousands of Americans are diagnosed with kidney (renal) stone disease, a condition that develops when the urine becomes overly saturated with certain microscopic substances. They form crystals that eventually bind into hardened mineral deposits, known as…