The Washington Post May 01, 2026 • 09:40

Does drinking water prevent kidney stones? Here’s what experts say. - The Washington Post

By Lindsey Bever

Does drinking water prevent kidney stones? Here’s what experts say. - The Washington Post

Increased hydration is considered the best way to prevent kidney stones. A new study suggests it’s not that easy.

Kidney stones relatively small, unholy, often agony-inducing deposits that can wreak havoc on the renal system affect roughly 1 in 11 people in their lifetime in the United States. And half of those … [+73 chars]

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