| While
there is a small genetic predisposition to suffering from this
disease, the most important factors are diet and water intake.
Kidney stones are often caused by to much or too little build
up of a certain mineral. This is why a balanced diet is
important.
There's
struvite (or infection) stones which are bacterial urinary
infections.
There's
uric acid stones which are caused when the body breaks down
certain foods, especially meat (which is why a balanced diet
with only a small portion consisting of meat is important)
There's
cystime stones which is produced by the break down of
protein. These are relatively rare.
If
someone consistently consumes plenty of water, they are less
likely to have a build up of these minerals. Constant
dehydration is the leading cause of this buildup. If you sweat
a lot, work outdoors in the heat, or live in a generally warm
climate, then you should consume more water as your body
dehydrates faster.
The
general rule is to consume plenty of water, especially if you
are hot and sweating, and to attempt to eat a balanced diet.
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