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In the following table, all risk factors of kidney stones are described in details [1-5] : Risk Factors Descriptions Calcium Calcium stone formers generally have a high urinary calcium. Calcium is the most abundant mineral in kidney stones. More calcium is absorbed from the upper intestine while more oxalate is available in the lower intestine . Reducing urine calcium should be a goal for stone formers, but not via dietary restriction. Counter...

Antioxidants are vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals   (plant-chemicals or phytonutrients) that aid the body in removing " free radicals " and controlling free-radical production. Without sufficient antioxidants, an excess of free radicals creates inflammation and leads to premature aging Vitamin C, vitamin E, folate, selenium , and alpha- and beta- carotene, as well as various other  phytochemicals , have antioxidant effects Science has since demonstrated that the positive health effects attainable from an antioxidant-rich diet are more likely caused by stimulating the body’s natural defenses against aging , including boosting the production of the body’s enzymes that eliminate  free radicals , not as a result of the antioxidant activity itself . [12] Video 1.   The Best Diet for Diabetes (YouTube link ) Phytochemcals Researchers in Japan found that phytonutrients in such plant foods as fruits, vegetables, tea leaves, and beans can block the effec...