What causes children to develop kidney stones?

The current lifestyle of children places them at risk for kidney stones. Some of the risks are as follows:

• Fast food diet (high in sodium)
• Lack of water intake
• Large consumption of sugar-filled drinks
• Sedentary lifestyle (video game addict)
• Obesity alone or in combination with any of the above risks
• Family history

Prevention is the key:

• Active lifestyle
• Increase water intake
• Prevent obesity