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How to NEVER Get Kidney Stones

2025-09-11 Education
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Dr. Eric Berg DC
Dr. Eric Berg DC
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20 Scientifically Proven Tips for Kidney Stone Prevention and Kidney Health

Learn the single most crucial focus for preventing kidney stones and implementing 20 actionable, science-backed strategies to support kidney function long-term.

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  • Identify the primary deficiency (Magnesium) linked to stone formation regardless of stone type (Uric Acid or Calcium Oxalate).
  • Understand why standard advice (like heavy fluid intake or oxalate avoidance) sometimes fails without addressing underlying mineral balance.
  • Receive 20 specific dietary and lifestyle modifications centered on optimizing mineral utilization and reducing crystallization risk.

The speaker details his painful personal experience with kidney stones to emphasize the urgency of prevention. This session moves beyond generic solutions to pinpoint magnesium as the critical factor that enables proper calcium metabolism and oxalate binding, unlocking the effectiveness of other recommendations.

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Discover what causes kidney stones and how to prevent them naturally. I'll share 20 proven kidney stone prevention tips to support kidney function. Don’t let kidney stone pain control your life—learn how to stop it before it starts. Keep your kidneys in top shape—watch these next! ▶️ https://youtu.be/knY-Foaeqlg ▶️ https://youtu.be/2ZlMpE3plKM ▶️ https://youtu.be/BBbQc_-rNw0 Learn more about the benefits of magnesium with this FREE resource: https://drbrg.co/3VaLwzn 0:00 Introduction: How to prevent kidney stones 1:36 What causes kidney stones? 1:56 Are conventional kidney stone solutions effective? 5:00 Number one remedy for preventing kidney stones 8:41 20 scientifically proven tips for kidney stone prevention Kidney stone symptoms can be incredibly painful—I’ve been there myself. After going through my own kidney stone nightmare, I dove deeper into how to prevent kidney stones and lower the risk of kidney disease. Most kidney stones are either uric acid or calcium oxalate stones, and they’re closely tied to diet and lifestyle. One often-overlooked kidney stone cause is a magnesium deficiency, which can significantly increase your risk. Here’s how magnesium helps prevent kidney stone development: •Binds to oxalates •Vitamin D co-factor •Controls calcium concentrations •Helps balance urinary salts and minerals •Reduces mineral crystallisation in the kidneys In addition to magnesium, several other scientifically proven strategies can help support healthy kidneys and lower the risk of kidney stones. These 20 tips can help prevent kidney stones: 1. Take magnesium glycinate 2. Drink lemon water 3. Prioritize leafy green vegetables 4. Regularly eat pumpkin seeds 5. Minimize dietary oxalates 6. Avoid cola and other phosphorus-containing soda drinks 7. Take vitamin D3 with magnesium 8. Avoid supplements with calcium carbonate 9. Drink plenty of fluids 10. Incorporate potassium-rich foods 11. Follow a low-carb diet 12. Eat fermented foods 13. Avoid high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) 14. Reduce alcohol consumption 15. Support optimal stomach acid levels 16. Practice effective stress management 17. Replenish electrolytes 18. Avoid overtraining 19. Talk to your doctor about magnesium-depleting medications 20. Reduce fluoride exposure Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio: Dr. Berg, age 60, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals and author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media. Follow Me On Social Media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Drberg/ YouTube Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@UCpWhiwlOPxOmwQu5xyjtLDw Keto Recipes: https://www.youtube.com/@drbergketorecipes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drericberg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drericberg/ Spotify Podcast: 🎧 https://drbrg.co/DrBerg-Spotify TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drbergofficial X: https://x.com/dr_ericberg Disclaimer: Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients, so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose, and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. #health #keto #ketodiet #weightloss #ketolifestyle #intermittentfasting #lowcarbrecipe Thanks for watching. I hope these tips will help you avoid kidney stone pain and keep your kidneys healthy for the long term. Small daily habits can make a big difference and significantly reduce the risk of kidney stone complications.

Top Comments (10)

@boarati 2025-09-11

After undergoing five surgeries for massive kidney stones, I can personally attest that everything he shared here is PURE GOLD. I say that because, coincidentally, after extensive personal research, I ended up implementing almost everything he said. Thank God, I'm deeply grateful to say I've been kidney stone–free for over 15 years. May God grant me the grace to remain this way for the rest of my life because the pain is indeed excruciating.

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@NawPe-x3p 2025-10-25

I'm in pain and watching this video 😢 can't afford hospital for so many reasons. Pray for me

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@jwright4988 2025-09-11

I went to the emergency room, drove myself, I just ran in and they were looking at me like, what is her problem? Worst experience and the hospital staff was awful.

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@sylly654 2025-09-11

Just started watching, but I want to warn others that getting to the ER doesn’t necessarily mean you will receive care. I had a my first and only kidney stone 2 and a half years ago. I got to the ER around 11pm. They wouldn’t let my husband come in because of C*vid restrictions. I writhed in unimaginable pain for the next 7 hours without any pain relief. I was vomiting from the pain. The worst pain of my life. Worse than childbirth without epidurals. The reason I didn’t receive any pain medication is because they didn’t have room to admit me. So I suffered in the waiting room all night. A couple of hours after I got there they did a CAT scan that showed the stone, but I was sent back to the waiting room. Finally around 5am I got a gurney within the ER, but still no pain meds. I mercifully passed the stone around 6am because I saw blood in the toilet after urinating, and the pain began to lessen. I was discharged around 7am after a night of extreme agony and no care. I am sure they charged my insurance a hefty price for the lack of care. So avoiding another kidney stone is a TOP priority for me.

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@whoknows8223 2025-09-11

Drink lemon water daily. Citric acid dissolves kidney stones/ oxalates. Also Apple cider vinegar

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@kimcollard4001 2025-09-12

May you never loose your enthusiasm for hunting down the truth, the world would be a more hopeless place. Thank you Dr Berg

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@ThomasFuquay-m4r 2025-09-21

20 years ago, my wife got a vitamix blender from Costco. She feed me kale/spinach smoothies everyday until I got a kidney stone that sent me to the hospital. Since that day I avoid kale and spinach.

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@truckingkaiseradventures1610 2025-09-15

When we were over the road truckers my husband woke up to use the container we kept in the truck and asked what time it was. He went back to bed as I drove on. I heard him shifting around in the bunk and then heard him moaning some. He then opened the curtain telling me something was wrong. I started asking him questions as there was no place to stop at that moment. I was a nurse in a prior life and quickly suspected what the problem was. I found a place to stop, called our company to let them know what was up and called 911. They gave him a dose of morphine after figuring out what was going on. He said it made him feel groggy but when the pain hit he still hurt. The 2nd dose knocked him out. He said it was the worst thing he had ever felt. We spent a few days in a motel until he passed the very jagged and tiny stone. Thanks for the info to help him prevent this.

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@Silkwürmchen 2025-09-12

I absolutely got a large calcium oxalate stone from eating massive amounts of spinach, almonds and chocolate.

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@Drberg 2026-01-19

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