Calcium Supplements and Kidney Stone patients?

Dr. R.K.Jha
Consultant - Nephrologist (Patna)

  • The daily requirement of calcium is 1000mg /day in females less than 50 years and men less than 70 years.
  • In females, more than 50 years and men more than 70years the requirement is 1200 mg/day.
  • Calcium is an important source of mineral for bone health and insufficient intake leads to poor bone health and increased risk of bone thinning (osteoporosis) fractures.
  • Calcium oxalate stones form when urine becomes highly concentrated and the calcium oxalate.
  • It covers forms of crystals and stones. It may result from inadequate water intake or taking foods rich in oxalate such as  spinach, rhubarb, French fries, chocolates, beet and nuts.
  • Calcium is a nutrient that is found in dairy products, like yogurt, milk and cheese. 
  • Eating foods with calcium are a good way for oxalates to leave the body and not form stones. The best way to get calcium into your body is through the foods you eat.
Contact us - https://nestivahospital.com/


 

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Does COVID-19 affects the kidneys ?

Image
Dr. R.K.Jha Consultant  -  Nephrologist  (Patna) COVID-19 affects the kidneys COVID-19 has been measured as a respiratory illness, but it’s also been shown to take a toll on the kidneys. COVID-19 develops unexpected loss of kidney function, known as acute kidney injury .  Dialysis may be required in severe cases, but this type of kidney damage can sometimes be reversed. Severe cases of COVID-19 touch the kidneys aren’t yet shown, but contributing factors may include: Acute tubular necrosis with septic shock Micro inflammation Increased blood clotting that “clogs” the kidneys Low oxygen levels COVID-19 directly infecting the kidney If you have CKD, developing COVID-19 can quickly overcome your kidneys. It looks that more advanced existing kidney disease is linked with worse COVID-19 outcomes. A recent study found that people with COVID-19 and end-stage renal disease (ESRD) were 11 times more likely to be hospitalized than people who didn’t have kidney disease. Contact us  -  https://nes
Read more

Is Covid 19 disturbing our mental health?

Image
DR. MD. Ehtesham Ansari Consultant- Pediatrics (Patna) Coronavirus pandemic quickly spread across the world.  In 2020 when we first saw the spread of Covid-19 the whole world went on high alert. In public mental health terms, the main psychological impact up to date is elevated rates of stress or anxiety.  But as new measures and impacts are introduced – especially quarantine and its effects on many people’s usual activities, routines, or livelihoods – levels of loneliness. Depression, harmful alcohol and drug consumption, and self-harm or suicidal behavior are also expected to rise. Our body’s response to any supposed or real threat can result in fear. It is common for people to experience fear in the situation of the pandemic Challenge your negative thoughts so that the chain of negative thoughts can not become so strong that you start to believe it's true. Physical workout and proactively taking out time to exercise and relax can support to improve your mood and reduces stress
Read more

Psychology health in the covid 19 pandemics?

Image
Physical activity Dr. Rakesh Kumar  Consultant- General Medicine Even physical activity benefits both the body and mind. It’s rigid for a lot of us to do the sort of exercise we normally do. It can decrease high blood pressure , help succeed weight and reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and all types of cancer situations that can increase weakness to COVID-19. Looking after our mental health The new truths of working from home, temporary unemployment, home-schooling of children, and lack of physical contact with other family members, friends, and colleagues take time to get used to. Social contact is important. · Video games. While video games are a good way to relax, it can be attractive to spend much more time on them than usual when at home for long periods.    Healthy at home quitting smoking- Smokers have a higher risk of getting coronavirus because they are constantly putting their hands to their lips. Quit today to reduce the
Read more