How Diet and Lifestyle Affect Your Risk for Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are notoriously painful—and they are becoming more common, especially in women. Once thought to mainly affect middle-aged men, kidney stones now impact 1 in 12 women during their lifetime, often linked to diet, obesity, and diabetes. Kirtly Jones, MD, explains what causes stones, why women are at rising risk, and the steps you can take to lower your chances.