Confused about calcium

Stone Fighter #55983EApr 23, 2026

Calcium has a preventative role basically it helps lower oxalate absorption by binding to it , but I have also read to much Calcium can also cause an increased risk. Around 1200mg a day is said to be ideal. My current and first stone has caused me to feel I was doomed on having to go vegan 😂 Real preventative measures though would be to get the stone tested, other than that its a shot in the dark with diet change.

Stone Fighter #C514EEApr 23, 2026

> Calcium has a preventative role basically it helps lower oxalate absorption by binding to it , but I have also read to much Calcium can also cause an increased risk. Around 1200mg a day is said to be ideal. Calcium from food is really what you want (ie cheese), combining that with Vitamin D it's a good preventative against certain stone formation. Too much calcium without a balance of Vitamin D can make stones

Stone Fighter #C16081Apr 24, 2026

Low calcium actually flips it backwards -- that's what makes stones worse. Your body needs calcium from food because it binds oxalate in your gut before it ever reaches your kidneys. Skip the calcium and oxalate runs straight through to your urinary tract where it crystallizes. Hydration plus normal calcium intake from dairy or fortified foods is the real prevention combo.