Greetings,
I think the first thing one should do if they have not already done so is 
get some blood tests and such.  Kidney stones are a symptom of other things 
and it might be a really good idea to exclude other kidney issues before 
working on the problem at home.

I speak from some experience on this matter because kidney stones is an 
ailment of the genetic kidney disease that I have.  In my case I spent years 
wondering why my best efforts with paleo eating were only partially 
effective.  My kidneys finally failed totally last August.  So it is a good 
idea to get things checked out first.  If there is no other cause then one 
can indeed increase water and limit other things.

I do, however, credit paleo eating with helping me live a more pain free 
life because I was not stressing my kidneys so badly all along the way. 
Even now I try very hard to maintain the dietary path because of it's 
benefits.

Jim Cales - [log in to unmask]
Powell, Tennessee USA  37849-3749
http://www.JimCales.com   phone - (615)261-0696
http://profiles.yahoo.com/objective_man_2004


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Paleogal" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Saturday, July 15, 2006 9:29 PM
Subject: diet and kidney stones


> Cavemates,
> My sister has just passed her second kidney stone in four or five years 
> and
> am seeking dietary advice for this malady.  I have checked all the medical
> journals and find conflicting studies but they all agree on increasing 
> water
> intake, limiting protein and salt.  Anything you can share on this subject
> is greatly appreciated. I would think the grains should be the first to go
> because of mal-obsorption of minerals  Any insight on types of vegetables?
> Oxalates seem to be problematic with this condition. Oliva
>
>