Ameer Bahaa Fahim, [11 Jan 2026 at 10:13:23 am]: Although a beverage and not necessarily a food, drinking water is the most important way to prevent kidney stones. We recommend two to three liters of water (at least 64 ounces or more) each day. 2. Lemon. Lemon contains citric acid that stops kidney stones from forming and helps break up stones that have already formed.  For a refreshing beverage, add some fresh squeezed lemon into your water! 3. Cruciferous vegetables. Vegetables rich in potassium such as brussels sprouts, broccoli and kale decrease calcium loss and stop kidney stones from forming. These foods also have antioxidant effects that help prevent bladder, prostate and kidney cancers. 4. Whole grains. Most whole grains contribute to a healthy weight which is helpful in prevention and treatment of kidney stones. 5. Calcium. The calcium in milk and yogurt can decrease the risk of forming kidney stones. Mohamed Abo AL sooud Al-Mustaqbal University The First University in Iraq.