Urology Specialist Dr. Fatih Çanaklı said that foods and drinks such as lemon, lemonade and orange are perfect for preventing the formation of kidney stones.
Urology Specialist Dr. gave information about the formation of kidney stones and what needs to be done to prevent them. Fatih Çanaklı stated that when the body does not receive enough fluid, it produces concentrated urine, rich in substances and with reduced water.
Referring to the importance of taking 3 liters of fluid a day, Çanaklı said, “If the urine is water-like or light yellow in color, fluid intake is sufficient. It shows that to some extent. Stone-forming substances in concentrated urine combine and become crystals, causing stone formation. Stones generally contain calcium. When salt intake increases, the risk of stone formation increases as the kidneys excrete more calcium into the urine. Salted nuts, pickled foods, fast food products such as pizza and hamburgers, mineral water and soda play a role in the formation of kidney stones due to their high sodium content. Research shows that kidney stone problems are more common in children who consume fast food regularly. "For this reason, it is necessary to stay away from these foods, cook foods without salt, and use various spices, herbs and vinegar for different tastes," he said. Çanaklı stated that eating mainly animal foods with high protein such as meat, fish and chicken carries a risk of stone formation. , continued his speech as follows:
“These foods contain high levels of oxalates and calcium. Processed meats contain a significant amount of salt. These meats, especially those that play a role in the formation of uric acid stones, should not be consumed constantly and excessively. In addition, carbonated drinks also increase the acidity of urine and support stone formation. It is recommended to stay away from carbonated drinks to prevent stone formation. Since milk and yoghurt contain high levels of calcium, consumption amount is important. In order to keep the risk of kidney stone formation low, it is necessary to avoid excessive consumption of these products. Unfortunately, the list of foods rich in oxalates includes foods and beverages that are consumed regularly. These include tea, cola, strawberries, chocolate, vegetables such as spinach and leeks, nuts such as hazelnuts and walnuts, and cocoa. Drive these foods Consuming it with supplements triggers the formation of kidney stones. It is important to support it with sufficient fluid when consumed.”
Stating that citrate is an ideal substance to prevent kidney stone formation, Çanaklı said, “Lemon and orange family contains high levels of citrate, which removes the acidity of urine. Citrate is given as a medicine together with potassium. He states that adding lemon to foods such as tea and soup and drinking plenty of lemonade is very beneficial in preventing stone formation. In people who have had kidney stones at any time in their lives, the probability of this health problem recurring is approximately 50 percent. If a person develops kidney stones despite all the precautions taken, the treatment method is determined by taking into account characteristics such as the location of the stone, its size, and whether there is an accompanying infection. "To eliminate kidney stones, drug therapy, lithotripsy or closed surgery using laser can be applied," he said.
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