We’ve all scoured the internet for weight loss secrets. But just because the scale drops doesn’t mean your body’s on board. Just look at the carnivore diet. The eating plan — which involves consuming ...

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Dear Doctor K: I recently passed a kidney stone, and it was really painful. My doctor gave me medicine. Is there anything else I can do to prevent another one? Dear Reader: Besides the medicine, your ...

Kidney stones form when crystal-forming substances build up in the urine. Yogurt, kefir, oranges, veggies and chickpeas may help prevent kidney stones. Drinking plenty of water is also essential for ...

Kidney stones are more common than you might think, and they can be incredibly painful. But the good news is that with a few smart dietary changes, you can significantly reduce your risk of developing ...

Kidney stones are a common medical issue, affecting people across age groups and regions. They are often associated with sudden pain and repeated episodes, which is why prevention is a major focus ...

If you’ve ever experienced a kidney stone, you know it’s a pain so intense that many compare it to childbirth. If you haven’t, trust me — you want to keep it that way. These tiny crystalline ...

The protective effect of a DASH-style diet was similar for men and women regardless of age and BMI. A federally promoted diet to control hypertension may also lower the risk of kidney stones, a new ...

When Annabelle Pleskoff was 15, she woke up before school one morning with severe pain radiating from her right side. After hours of persistent throbbing, she went to the emergency room, where doctors ...