Table 2.
Patient compliance with dietary and lifestyle modifications

Parameters Recommendation Rates of compliance among the total cohort (%)
Fluid Increase fluid intake (≥ 2 L/day) 38 (71.7)
Diet Reduce animal protein intake 23 (43.4)
Reduce salt intake 34 (64.2)
Increase intake of fruit and vegetables (rich in potassium) 27 (50.9)
Restriction of oxalate-rich foods 16 (30.2)
Adequate dietary calcium isntake 11 (20.8)
Lifestyle Adequate physical exercise and body weight control 18 (34.0)