Kidney stones affect nearly 1 in 10 Americans, and if you’ve had one before, there’s a 50% chance of recurrence within 5 years. Certain people are at a higher risk due to gender, age, diet, and medical history.
High-Risk Groups:
- By Gender: Men are about 2x more likely to develop kidney stones than women.
- By Age: Most common in adults aged 40–60, with risk increasing over time.
- Diet Factors: Eating high-oxalate foods (like spinach, almonds, beets), red meat, and excessive salt or sugar increases risk. Low calcium diets can also raise oxalate absorption.
- Medical Risk: Family history, digestive issues (IBD, gastric bypass), and high vitamin C intake are common triggers.
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