10 Causes of Kidney Stones
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Cause #4: Animal Protein
Animal protein, such as beef and shellfish, can lead to high urine acidity. The digestion of animal protein produces uric acid, which is known to cause gout. Uric acid may also collect in the kidneys and cause kidney stones. Animal protein can also increase calcium levels in urine as well as reduce the amount of citrate in the body. Both these factors increase the risk of kidney stone formation.
This does not mean that you should avoid animal protein altogether. On the contrary, consuming animal protein in moderate amounts, as well as monitoring other known dietary causes of kidney stones, reduces the risk significantly.
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