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these foods may prevent kidneystone recurrence

Kidney stones aren’t just painful—they’re also likely to recur. A new study from the Mayo Clinic indicates that changes in the diet may lower the risk.

Eating lower amounts of foods rich in calcium and potassium contributed to a higher rate of recurrence among participants who’d had kidney stones. Lower fluid intake was an additional factor. The researchers determined that consuming about 1,200 milligrams of calcium per day may help prevent first-time and recurrent kidney stones. Dairy products, canned salmon, fortified cereals and orange juice, and green, leafy vegetables are excellent sources of calcium.

The researchers did not specify a preventive potassium level, but noted that fruits high in the mineral include bananas, oranges, grapefruits, cantaloupes, honeydew melons, and apricots. Potassiumrich vegetables include potatoes, peas, cucumbers, and zucchini. Mushrooms are another good source.

SELECTED SOURCES “Dietary risk factors for incident and recurrent symptomatic kidney stones” by A. Chewcharat et al., Mayo Clinic Proceedings, 8/1/22 • “Diets higher in calcium and potassium may help prevent recurrent symptomatic kidney stones . . .,” Mayo Clinic, 8/1/22

a bunch of benefits

Several recent studies have shown the power of grapes for overall health and longevity.

John Pezzuto, PhD, DSc, and his team of researchers from Western New England University found that adding about two cups of grapes a day to a typical American diet led to better liver health and might add up to five years to a human lifespan. Additional studies by the same group found positive changes in cognition and metabolism from grapes.

omega 3s may thwart breast cancer

“Breast cancer is by far the most common malignant tumor in women worldwide,” writes the North American Menopause Society (NAMS). A new study finds that omega-3 fatty acids from both marine and plant sources can help prevent breast cancer.

The researchers cited the omega-3 fatty acids DHA, DPA, and EPA from fish and other marine sources as breast-cancer preventive. They also noted omega-3 ALA from nuts (especially walnuts), flax seeds, and flaxseed oil.

“This study highlights the effect of lifestyle habits and, specifically, dietary intake of polyunsaturated fatty acids on breast cancer risk,” said NAMS president Chrisandra Shufelt, MD. “Lifestyle (or diet) is known to contribute to up to one-third of the risk for breast cancer.”

Dr. Shufelt added that women can lower their risk by including more fruits and vegetables, fiber, and whole grains in their diet while avoiding high-fat animal and dairy products.

SOURCE “Diets high in N-3 polyunsaturated fats may help decrease risk of breast cancer,” North American Menopause Society, 7/27/22

Did You Know?

Women who eat potassiumrich diets tend to have lower blood pressure, according to new research from the European Society of Cardiology. Potassium helps the body excrete sodium, which is a risk factor for high blood pressure.

SOURCE “Women urged to eat potassium-rich foods to improve their heart health,” European Society of Cardiology, 7/21/22

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