The most important step is to drink at least 3 liters of water per day. You can understand whether you are dehydrated or need more water by observing the color of your urine.

Keep a water bottle with you and drink regularly instead of waiting until you feel thirsty. When exercising, or when staying near fans or air conditioners, remember to drink more water.

Diet also plays an important role in the formation of ureteric stones.

Oxalate can contribute to stone formation. When you consume a normal amount of calcium through food, calcium binds with oxalate in the digestive system and is excreted in stool. However, if calcium intake is low, excess oxalate is absorbed into the bloodstream and later reaches the urinary system, where it can form stones.

Therefore, it is important to maintain adequate calcium intake through diet. Dairy products such as milk, yogurt, and cheese can help meet your calcium needs.

Foods high in oxalates include:

• Spinach, leeks, okra
• Tea, coffee, chocolate
• Beetroot, sesame seeds

Reducing these foods may help prevent stones.

Limiting salt intake is also important. A person should consume no more than 5 grams of salt per day (about one teaspoon).

Reducing processed and salty foods such as fried chips, sausages, and canned meat or fish can also help lower salt intake.

In addition to dehydration, there are several individual risk factors for kidney stones.

Maintaining a healthy body weight and engaging in regular exercise also help in prevention.

Other causes such as structural abnormalities of the urinary tract or metabolic disorders may also contribute to stone formation.

If kidney stones are caused by such specific conditions, your doctor will provide targeted advice to prevent recurrence.