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Smoking increases the of many chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, stroke and cancer. It is reasonable to question if smoking causes kidney stones too! There is some research to show that smoking might cause kidney stones. Let’s dive into it! What is a Kidney Stone? A kidney stone is a crystallization of molecules […]

Kidney stones are surprisingly common, affecting at least 10% of people in the United States. Of course, passing kidney stones is incredibly painful and people are desperate for ways to pass them quickly! A variety of foods and supplements are often promoted to dissolve kidney stones or help you pass them faster and with less

No doubt about it, the “keto” (or, ketogenic) diet is incredibly popular. Keto diets claim to cure everything from cancer to dementia. And of course, keto has become very popular by diet culture as a way to lose weight quickly. However, a little known fact is that keto and kidney stones are connected. In this

For many people with kidney stones, navigating a high oxalate foods list can be frustrating. Oxalate is a foreign concept to many people and it can seem like there are endless lists you “should” follow. Not to mention information on the high oxalate foods list can be different from various sources! A high oxalate foods

Is this true? Can drinking soda cause kidney stones? Are dark sodas worse than others? Unfortunately, yes. Drinks that are sweetened with sugar, such as soda, are associated with an increased risk of kidney stones. Diet cola may also cause stone formation. However, non-cola diet soda may have some beneficial ingredients. Read on to learn

Is orange juice actually good for kidney stones? Or, is this an old wives tale? Orange juice can impact our health in more ways than one, especially if we have kidney stones.  In this blog post, we’ll explore the nutritional profile of orange juice, discuss the benefits and potential concerns related to kidney stones, investigate