Whey Protein Kidney Stones Reddit. Well according to this kidney stones are exacerbated by animal protein because it contains purines which break down into uric acid depending on the type of stones you may also want to limit your sodium intake and take a calcium supplement. Water dilutes the levels of oxalate calcium uric acid and other stone causing substances and may also flush smaller stones early.
I have been taking whey protein for at least 2 years consistently and my back has mild pains. The process of cow s milk being turned into cheese creates whey protein as a byproduct. Proteins are blamed for causing kidney stones.
They ve all been calcium oxalate.
So consider a semi vegetarian diet supplementing your diet with hemp pea or soy protein powder to get enough protein. Whey protein is a natural food substance but is not 100 percent risk free. But that is not the case kidneys. And drink tons of water.