Are you at risk of kidney stones? I have a family history of kidney stones I have already had kidney stones I eat a lot of salt I have low fluid intake I am a man I have a high-protein diet I am overweight or obese I suffer regularly from urinary tract infections I have digestive disease (such as chronic bowel inflammation) or had surgery (intestinal bypass operation) I live in a hot country or work in a hot environment If you selected several items, you may be more at risk of kidney stones. Talk with your doctor for means of prevention.