Eat Away Kidney Stones (Melanie Betz MS, RD, CSR, FNKF, FAND)
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| 17 Jul 2024 | 053 What Can I Do To Get My Urine Citrate Up? | 00:22:36 | |
In this episode, Melanie answers a listener question about urine citrate. She dives into what citrate is, why it is so important, and what we can do nutritionally to increase urine citrate levels.
Blog: Potassium Citrate in Food Blog: Can Too Much Protein Cause Kidney Stones?
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| 28 Aug 2024 | 059 How To Get A 24 Hour Urine Test | 00:19:28 | |
Haven’t had a 24-hour urine test yet? Melanie gives her tips for getting that test, and what to do with the results!
Learn more about our 1:1 patient packages Talking Tips to Ask Your Doctor For a 24 Hour Urine Test Get Your Own 24 Hour Urine Test (True Health Labs affiliate link)
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| 08 Jan 2025 | 077 Can You Prevent Kidney Stones With Medullary Sponge Kidney Disease? | 00:12:13 | |
In this episode, Melanie talks about a rare congenital condition called medullary sponge disease (MSD) or medullary sponge kidney (MSK) and how people with the disease CAN still prevent kidney stones!
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| 13 Nov 2024 | 070 Gut Bacteria, Probiotics & Kidney Health [w/ Annabel Birute PhD, RD, FNKF, FASN] | 00:42:43 | |
You will NOT want to miss this episode with dietitian researcher Annabel Birute PhD, RD, FNKF, FASN. She and Melanie talk about how gut bacteria can impact kidney health - both for the good AND bad and what you can do to support a kidney-friendly gut microbiome! Connect with Annabel on LinkedIn and X.
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| 11 Oct 2023 | 013 Spices, Oxalate & The Mediterranean Diet | 00:17:27 | |
In this episode, Melanie answers a listener question about using herbs and spices, as well as following the Mediterranean Diet when you have kidney stones. More about a Mediterranen Diet pattern Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional. | |||
| 25 Oct 2023 | 015 Can you be vegan after bariatric surgery? [with guest Ashley Krautkramer] | 00:55:59 | |
Bariatric surgery can increase the risk of kidney stones up to 400%. In this episode, guest Ashley Krautkramer, RD talks about nutrition after bariatric surgery for people who want to follow a vegan or more plant based diet. Ashley's Website: Vegan Bariatric Dietitian Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 28 Feb 2024 | 033 Kale vs. Spinach for Kidney Stones | 00:11:55 | |
In this episode, Melanie tackles the age-old question "is kale high in oxalate?" - as well as the oxalate content of MANY other green veggies! Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 25 Sep 2024 | 063 When Should You See A Dietitian For Stones? | 00:22:08 | |
In this episode, Melanie shares her thoughts about when and WHY people with kidney stones should work with a dietitian.
Work with a Kidney Stone Dietitian Kidney Stone Training & Certification for Dietitians
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| 18 Jul 2023 | 002 What's up with salt? | 00:17:39 | |
In this episode, Melanie dives into all things salt and kidney stones. Why does salt matter? How much salt should you have? Where does salt come from in our diet? Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 20 Sep 2023 | 010: Barbara's Story - How a 24 hour urine test made a difference | 00:39:33 | |
In this episode, Melanie chats with Barbara about her journey with kidney stones, how important a 24-hour urine test was to help guide her diet changes, and her good news after her most recent kidney scan! Learn more about Kidney Stone Nutrition School Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 29 Jan 2025 | 080 Vitamin C, Multivitamins & Kidney Stones | 00:19:15 | |
Ever wonder if it is ok to take a multivitamin with kidney stones? In this episode, Melanie tackles this big question and gives advice for the specific nutrients you might what to look out for in a multivitamin, and why!
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| 21 Feb 2024 | 032 Vitamin D, Omega 3, Magnesium & Creatine Supplements for Stones | 00:20:30 | |
In this episode, Melanie dives into the data behind some common supplements and if they are safe (or even beneficial!) for people with kidney stones. Magnesium & Kidney Stones (The Kidney Dietitian Blog) Omega-3 Fatty Acids (General Article) Omega-3 Supplementation for Kidney Stones Article (2011) Impact of Creatine Supplementation on Kidney Function Article (2019) Supplements to Reduce Oxalate (The Kidney Dietitian Blog) Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 20 Nov 2024 | 071 Is Rice Ok For Kidney Stones? | 00:17:43 | |
Is rice a good choice for people with kidney stones? What kind of rice is best? Melanie gives her recommendations in response to a listener question. "Blog: Is Rice Good For Kidney Stones?"
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| 26 Jun 2024 | 050 Kidney Stone “Diets” Don’t Have To Be So Hard [with Kathy Frieze] | 00:27:22 | |
In this episode, Melanie chats with one of the original students in Kidney Stone Nutrition School about what it is REALLY like to live and eat with kidney stones.
Learn more about Kidney Stone Nutrition School
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| 30 Oct 2024 | 068 “Normal” 24-Hour Urine Test and High Urine Calcium | 00:14:48 | |
In this episode, Melanie talks about some of the nuances when looking at 24-hour urine collections. She also tackles a listener question about high urine calcium and high brushite. Blog: Can Too Much Protein Cause Kidney Stones?
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| 09 Oct 2024 | 065 “Studying” For Your 24 Hour Urine Collection | 00:10:34 | |
Melanie answers a listener question about how to make your 24-hour urine collection as accurate as possible and is it ok if you drink a lot more water, or eat differently, on collection day compared to your normal.
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| 27 Mar 2024 | 037 Chat With A Kidney Stone Urologist [with Dr. Luke Reynolds] | 00:29:47 | |
In this episode, Melanie talks with Dr. Luke Reynolds, a urologist at the University of Chicago who has a special interest in kidney stone treatment. They cover what exactly a urologist does, the different types of procedures to get rid of kidney stones, warning signs to look out for after stone surgery or when passing a stone, and SO much more! Luke Reynolds, MD at the University of Chicago
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| 24 Jul 2024 | 054 What In The World Are Struvite Kidney Stones? | 00:07:23 | |
This episode answers all of your burning questions about struvite (aka staghorn) kidney stones. What are they, who is most likely to get them.why do they form and what we can do to prevent struvite kidney stones.
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| 08 Nov 2023 | 017 Kidney Stones ARE Preventable! [with Dr. Anna Zisman] | 00:35:33 | |
You won't want to miss this episode with Dr. Anna Zisman, kidney stone nephrologist at the University of Chicago. Melanie and Dr. Zisman dive into the fact that kidney stones really ARE preventable and how to come up with a kidney stone prevention plan and how to find the right medical team to support you. Tips to Ask for a 24-Hour Urine Test Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 10 Jan 2024 | 026 What if I was "bad" over the holidays? | 00:17:36 | |
If you are feeling ANY amount of guilt about what you ate over the past few months, this episode is for you! Melanie dives into why people with kidney stones should NEVER feel guilty about what they eat. FREE Class 1/18/24: "Help! I have a kidney stone...now what!? Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 01 May 2024 | 042 What’s Up With Calcium Phosphate Kidney Stones? | 00:20:06 | |
We talk a LOT about oxalate here at The Kidney Dietitian. About 75% of kidney stones are made from calcium oxalate. Never fear calcium phosphate stone formers! Nutrition can and DOES matter for you too! In this episode, Melanie dives into how food is important for calcium phosphate stones.
Blog: Potassium Citrate in Food Blog: Can Too Much Protein Cause Kidney Stones? Blog: How a Low Oxalate Diet Can Make Kidney Stones Worse
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| 18 Jul 2023 | 003 Why is there NO ONE kidney stone diet? | 00:15:36 | |
In this episode, Melanie helps us understand why nutrition for kidney stone prevention HAS to be personalized to YOU. Tips to Ask Your Doctor for a 24-Hour Urine Test American Urological Association Guidelines for Kidney Stones Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 08 May 2024 | 043 What Does Your Dentist Have To Do With Kidney Stones? [with Dr. Meme Salem] | 00:38:55 | |
In this episode, Melanie chats with her dentist about the surprisingly important role nutrition plays in oral and dental health. Plus, how all of that lemon juice could be hurting your teeth!
Blog: Potassium Citrate in Food & Drinks Blog: The Kidney Stone Diet: Nutrition to Prevent Calcium Oxalate Kidney Stones
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| 05 Feb 2025 | 081 Reflections From the 2025 R.O.C.K Society Scientific Meeting | 00:18:10 | |
In this episode, Melanie shares what she learned from the premiere kidney stone research conference this month. She covers what type of kidney stone research is going on, future directions and a snapshot of data she presented at the meeting.
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| 14 Feb 2024 | 031 How much sugar is ok? | 00:14:27 | |
Eating too much sugar is associated with more kidney stones. This episode dives into WHO exactly should be concerned about sugar, and how much is ok to eat! Spoiler: there is ABSOLUTELY some room for ice cream! Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 16 Oct 2024 | 066 What Is A “Kidney Stone Friendly” Recipe? | 00:24:33 | |
In this episode, Melanie talks about what exactly a “kidney stone friendly” recipe is - and how to turn any recipe into healthful option for a person with kidney stones!
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| 22 Nov 2023 | 019 A Happy Ending to 50 Years of Kidney Stones | 00:30:44 | |
In this episode, Melanie chats with Ron. Ron has had kidney stones for 50 years and was floundering for what he could do to stop them. He now is kidney stone free and has discovered what he can do to keep it that way - and that eating for kidney stones can be quite delicious! Melanie's Kidney Stone Cookbooks Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 06 Mar 2024 | 034 How I stopped getting kidney stones after ENDING my low oxalate diet | 00:33:30 | |
In this episode, Melanie chats with Gina, a student in Kidney Stone Nutrition School about her nearly 10 years of dealing with kidney stones. Blog: Low Oxalate Bread Recipe Join Gina in Kidney Stone Nutrition School Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 24 Jan 2024 | 028 How to prevent kidney stones if you’ve never had one | 00:22:21 | |
We talk a lot about how important it is to get a 24-hour urine test to prevent kidney stones. But, what if you've never HAD a kidney stone, but still want to do everything you can to prevent them? It certainly doesn't make sense to get a urine test in this case - instead, this episode is for you! Dietary Guidelines for Americans Calcium Sources for Kidney Stones Blog Keto Diets & Kidney Stones Blog Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 03 Apr 2024 | 038 Collagen and Kidney Stones: Is It Safe? | 00:16:29 | |
In this episode, Melanie answers a listener question about collagen and kidney stones. Are collagen supplements ok for people with kidney stones? Listen in! FREE Class 4/16/24: 10 Things Everyone With Kidney Stones Needs to Know Blog: Can Collagen Cause Kidney Stones
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| 18 Dec 2024 | 074 Mexican Food & Kidney Stones | 00:18:41 | |
In this episode, Melanie breaks down traditional Mexican food (yum!) and how it can fit in any kidney stone friendly diet.
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| 11 Sep 2024 | 061 Help! I’m Losing Weight On A “Kidney Stone Diet” | 00:22:07 | |
Losing weight when you don’t want to is a big problem for many people just starting out trying to make diet changes for kidney stones. In this episode, Melanie shares her tips to make sure you are giving your body the energy it needs!
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| 21 Aug 2024 | 058 Connection Between Bones and Stones | 00:31:29 | |
Did you know people with calcium kidney stones are at much greater risk for bone disease? In this episode, Melanie talks about why this connection exists and what we can do about it.
Arrabal-Polo MA, Cano-García M del C, Canales BK, Arrabal-Martín M. Calcium nephrolithiasis and bone demineralization: pathophysiology, diagnosis, and medical management. Curr Opin Urol. 2014;24(6):633-638. Caudarella R, Vescini F, Buffa A, et al. Bone mass loss in calcium stone disease: focus on hypercalciuria and metabolic factors. J Nephrol. 2003;16(2):260-266.
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| 06 Dec 2023 | 021 Plant Based Diets for Type 2 Diabetes [with Diana Licalzi & Jose Tejero] | 00:49:58 | |
In this episode, Melanie chats with Type 2 Diabetes experts Diana Licalzi MS, RD, CDCES and Jose Tejero, an exercise physiologist. This episode dives into how food is so powerful for the treatment of diabetes - as well as why exercise and physical movement must be part of the equation. Diana and Jose offer actionable tips to help you get started changing your life to reverse Type 2 Diabetes! Diabetes is associated with a higher risk of kidney stones, so many listeners will find Diana and Jose's messages very helpful. For more information about diabetes and kidney stones specifically, listen to episode 20 of the Eat Away Kidney Stones podcast. Type 2 Diabetes Revolution on Instagram and Facebook. Don't forget to check out Diana & Jose's new book! Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 12 Jun 2024 | 048 Risky Weight Loss Tactics That Can Cause Kidney Stones | 00:30:33 | |
Last week, Melanie spoke to a group of weight loss dietitians about “risky weight loss tactics that could cause kidney stones”. The interest was so great, she turned that talk into a podcast! Listen in for things to avoid if you trying to lose weight and want to avoid kidney stones!
Blog: Keto & Kidney Stone Connection
Research Articles Mentioned:
Lieske JC et al. Kidney stones are common after bariatric surgery. Kidney Int. 2015;87(4):839-845.
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| 19 Feb 2025 | 083 How Can We "Make America Healthy Again?" [with Dr. Jessica Knurick PhD, RDN] | 00:52:51 | |
You will NOT want to miss this very special episode with Dr. Jessica Knurick, a dietitian that specializes in public health. She and Melanie dive into what the "Make America Healthy Again" (aka MAHA) movement is and what the science says about the movement's priorities and what changes we should be focusing on to truly improve the health of Americans. Follow Dr. Knurick on Instagram and subscribe to her Substack newsletter.
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| 12 Jul 2023 | 001 Meet Melanie | 00:16:12 | |
In this intro episode, Melanie shares a little about herself, background and education. Learn more about Melanie, her career, presentations and research! Submit a question to get answered on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional. | |||
| 14 Aug 2024 | 057 Can You Drink Tea With Kidney Stones? | 00:14:09 | |
Ah. The never ending debate. Is tea ok for people with kidney stones? Melanie dives into what the research reveals about the connection between tea and kidney stones.
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| 23 Aug 2023 | 006 Jim & Stealth Sodium | 00:23:18 | |
Jim shares his journey from food and eating causing significant stress in his life to actually ENJOYING eating and being kidney stone free! Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 04 Oct 2023 | 012 Bariatric Surgery & Kidney Stone Prevention for All | 00:36:06 | |
Melanie chats with Dr. Megan Prochaska MD, MPH, a nephrologist and kidney stone specialist at the University of Chicago. We talk about why kidney stones are so common after bariatric surgery and tips to prevent them. We also talk about how to make sure PREVENTION is part of your medical care. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 17 Apr 2024 | 040 How Is Dairy Protein Different For Kidney Stones? | 00:17:10 | |
In this episode, Melanie breaks down the often missed nuanced recommendation for “eat less protein” to prevent kidney stones. As always, there is MUCH more to know.
Blog: Can Too Much Protein Cause Kidney Stones Blog: Potential Renal Acid Load Blog: Calcium Sources for Kidney Stones
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| 17 Jan 2024 | 027 Your Kidney Stone Team [with Dr. Anna Zisman] | 00:22:24 | |
Kidney stone specialist Dr. Anna Zisman and Melanie talk about all the different kinds of healthcare professionals who should be on your kidney stone medical team, and how to find true kidney stone specialists. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 02 Oct 2024 | 064 How Your Childhood Can Shape The Food You Eat Now [with Dave Grotto MS, RDN, LDN, FAND] | 00:41:02 | |
Many people with kidney stones struggle with a fear of eating and an overall poor relationship with food and their bodies. Listen to this incredibly fun and engaging conversation with Dave Grotto and how our food preferences and relationship with food from very early in life.
Amazon: The Girl Who Lived in the Refrigerator* The Girl Who Lived in the Refrigerator Website *Amazon affiliate link
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| 20 Dec 2023 | 023 Intuitive Eating & Kidney Health [w/ Amanda Hays] | 00:45:32 | |
In this episode, Melanie chats with Amanda Hays MS, RD, LD - a kidney dietitian with an intuitive eating focus. Amanda and Melanie talk about how to eat while honoring all aspects of health and how to eat intuitively while still improving kidney health. Relish Nutrition Therapy (Amanda's website) FREE Masterclass: Help! I Have a Kidney Stone...Now What!? (1/18/24) Resources: Intuitive Eating: A Revolutionary Anti-Diet Approach - Evelyn Tribole & Elyse Resch* Outcomes of intuitive eating interventions: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Eating Disorders. 2023;31(1):33-63. doi: 10.1080/10640266.2022.2030124 Christoph MJ, Hazzard VM, Järvelä-Reijonen E, Hooper L, Larson N, Neumark-Sztainer D. Intuitive Eating is Associated With Higher Fruit and Vegetable Intake Among Adults. Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior. 2021;53(3):240-245. doi:10.1016/j.jneb.2020.11.015 Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional. *Affiliate Link
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| 03 Jan 2024 | 025 How Much Lemon Juice (and Turmeric) Should I Have? | 00:20:31 | |
In this episode, Melanie tackles a listener question about how much lemon juice people with kidney stones should drink. Also, dives into turmeric and kidney stones. Potassium Citrate in Food Blog Post Dietary Acid Load (PRAL) Blog Post Moonstone Affiliate Link (15% off!) Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 18 Sep 2024 | 062 The Genetics of Kidney Stones | 00:15:06 | |
Are kidney stones genetic? In this episode, Melanie breaks down the genetics of kidney stones and how that impacts prevention.
Howles SA, Thakker RV. Genetics of kidney stone disease. Nat Rev Urol. 2020 Jul;17(7):407-421.
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| 20 Mar 2024 | 036 How To Get A 24 Hour Urine Test | 00:12:21 | |
In this episode, Melanie talks the nitty gritty of how to actually get a 24-hour urine test for kidney stones to understand what YOU can do to prevent kidney stones. Tips to Ask Your Urologist for a 24-Hour Urine Test
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| 24 Apr 2024 | 041 Getting Urine Calcium Down: The CRUX of Kidney Stone Prevention | 00:20:09 | |
High urine calcium is the MOST common cause of kidney stones. In this episode, Melanie breaks down what to do if you find high urine calcium on your 24-hour urine test.
Tips to Ask Your Doctor For a 24-Hour Urine Test Blog: 24-Hour Urine Test for Kidney Stones Blog: Calcium Sources for Kidney Stones
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| 27 Sep 2023 | 011 Nighttime Bathroom Trips | 00:13:51 | |
Struggle with going to the bathroom at night? This episode is for you! Nocturia (or going to the bathroom at night) is a common concern for people with kidney stones. There are things you can do to help! Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 31 Jan 2024 | 029 When can I get a 24-hour urine test? | 00:08:35 | |
Is it ok to get a 24-hour urine test when you STILL have kidney stones? Melanie dives into this question and when it might NOT be ideal to get a 24-hour urine test. Tips to ask your urologist about a 24-hour urine test Blog Post: More about a 24-hour urine test Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 05 Jun 2024 | 047 How Dietitians Really Approach Healthy Eating [with Michelle McMurtery RD, CSR & Michelle Zachry MPH, RD] | 00:48:46 | |
In this episode, Melanie sits down with two other kidney dietitians that specialize in kidney disease and talk about how most dietitians think about healthy eating and “diets”. A must listen for anyone trying to navigate what a “kidney-friendly” diet” really means!
Michelle & Michelle’s Private Practice: Nutrition Specialists Group Kidney Nutrition Made Simple Facebook Group Cukebook - Resource for kidney-friendly plant based recipes
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| 12 Feb 2025 | 082 The Overlap of Heart and Kidney Stone Nutrition [with Patricia Kolesa MS, RDN] | 00:45:11 | |
At first glance, healthy eating for heart health and kidney stones can feel COMPLETELY opposite. But, I promise that when you start to focus on what REALLY matters, they really align perfectly! In this episode on honor of Valentine's Day, Melanie chats with fellow dietitian Patricia Kolesa, Founder for Dietitian Dish LLC, about how food can help your heart stay healthy! Check out Patricia's website and find her on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok!
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| 22 Jan 2025 | 079 YES! Food DOES Make A Difference For Kidney Stones [with Terrie Holewinski MS, RDN] | 00:34:12 | |
In this episode, Melanie chats with Terrie Holewinski MS, RDN about how important kidney stone PREVENTION is, and how this is different than standard care for people with kidney stones, and how nutrition plays a role. Terrie is a Senior Dietitian University of Michigan and Founder and Owner of KidneyIntel, LLC, a platform dedicated to providing reliable, accessible resources to help patients better understand their kidney disease and make informed decisions about their nutrition. Find Terrie at www.KidneyIntetl.com
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| 30 Aug 2023 | 007 Tips to drink enough water | 00:20:05 | |
Drinking enough water for kidney stone prevention is NO easy task. Melanie shares her favorite tips to help you meet your fluid goal! __________ Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 29 May 2024 | 046 Promoting Kidney Stone Education At The National Kidney Foundation Conference | 00:21:09 | |
Melanie spent a week in Long Beach, CA at the annual National Kidney Foundation this month. She shares her reflections about the state of kidney stone nutrition at national level.
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| 09 Aug 2023 | 004 Can I eat chocolate? | 00:14:46 | |
Melanie chats all things chocolate and kidney stones. Is it ok to eat chocoalate? How can you safely enjoy chocolate? Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 23 Oct 2024 | 067 The Most Common Misconceptions About Nutrition For Kidney Disease [with Jen Hernandez RDN, CSR, LDN] | 00:53:02 | |
In this episode, Melanie chats with fellow kidney dietitian Jen Hernandez RDN, CSR, LDN about the most common myths she hears about nutrition for kidney disease - and how eating for kidney stones really isn’t that different than kidney disease
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| 13 Dec 2023 | 022 Can I Enjoy An Adult Beverage? | 00:15:55 | |
Is it ok to have alcohol if you have kidney stones? What type of alcohol is best? Melanie dives into all of your burning alcohol and kidney stone questions! FREE Class on January 18, 2024: Help! I Have a Kidney Stone...Now What? Can Alcohol Cause Kidney Stones Blog Curhan GC, Willett WC, Speizer FE, Stampfer MJ. Beverage Use and Risk for Kidney Stones in Women. Annals of Internal Medicine. 1998;128(7):534-540. doi:10.7326/0003-4819-128-7-199804010-00003 Curhan GC, Willett WC, Rimm EB, Spiegelman D, Stampfer MJ. Prospective study of beverage use and the risk of kidney stones. Am J Epidemiol. 1996;143(3):240-247. doi:10.1093/oxfordjournals.aje.a008734 Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional. | |||
| 15 Nov 2023 | 018 Help! I Can't Eat Dairy! | 00:22:17 | |
In this episode, Melanie answers a listener question about being intolerant to dairy and the best way for people with kidney stones to meet their calcium needs. Articles From The Kidney Dietitian: Best Calcium Sources for Kidney Stones, Oxalate in Coconut Milk & Other Plant Based Milks Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 22 May 2024 | 045 Can I Eat Black Pepper With Kidney Stones? | 00:07:36 | |
In this episode Melanie BUSTS the myth that black pepper is “high” in oxalate.
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| 27 Dec 2023 | 024 Karen's Journey to Food Confidence with Kidney Stones | 00:39:48 | |
Melanie chats with Karen about her experience getting a kidney stone and, after working with a kidney stone dietitian, feels like she can eat confidently in any social situation and knows she is doing everything she can to prevent another stone. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 19 Jun 2024 | 049 Meet Our Newest Kidney Stone Dietitian! [with Kelly Nemec MS, RD] | 00:16:07 | |
Exciting news at The Kidney Dietitian! We now offer 1:1 appointments with a kidney stone dietitian! Kelly Nemec is our first dietitian ready to meet with you and prevent kidney stones once and for all! Meet Kelly in this episode of the podcast.
Work with a kidney stone dietitian Schedule a free 20 minute call with Kelly!
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| 02 Jan 2025 | 076 How To Make Your 2025 New Years Resolutions STICK [with Laura Koller MS, MSEd, RD, LDN, CDCES] | 00:42:49 | |
Happy New Year! If you made ANY resolutions to kick off 2025, you won’t want to miss this amazing episode with behavior change specialist Laura Koller MS, MSEd, RD, LDN, CSCES, Founder of Transform RD! Laura is a dietitian who has a passion for helping people actually MAKE CHANGES to improve their health. She has a unique spin and refreshing take on what it takes to make change STICK. Connect with Laura at her website, Instagram and on LinkedIn!
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| 15 Jan 2025 | 078 The Mental Side of Dealing with Kidney Stones [with Maggie Pollard] | 00:43:33 | |
Melanie chats with kidney stone patient, Maggie, about how dealing with multiple stones, surgeries and restrictive diets took a serious toll on her mental health and how working with Melanie has improved her quality of life. Check out Kidney Stone Nutrition School
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| 10 Jul 2024 | 052 Kidney Stones In Airline Pilots [with Jill Mongene MAcc, RD] | 00:35:27 | |
In this episode, Melanie chats with Jill Mongene, a dietitian specializing in nutrition for pilots. Having a kidney stone could put a pilot’s career in jeopardy. Jill & Melanie talk about the current state and regulation of pilot’s health and why kidney stones are so prevalent in pilots.
Jill Mongene’s website & Instagram page. Work 1:1 with a kidney stone dietitian
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| 25 Dec 2024 | 075 Reflections From 2024 At The Kidney Dietitian | 00:18:07 | |
If you can believe it, 2025 is right around the corner. In this episode, Melanie reflects over how The Kidney Dietitian has grown in 2024 and shares her thanks for being a valued listener of the Eat Away Kidney Stones Podcast.
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| 06 Sep 2023 | 008 Calories & Calcium | 00:16:57 | |
Melanie answers a listener question from Debbie about the extra calories you get from adding dairy to your meals for kidney stone prevention. _________________ Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 27 Nov 2024 | 072 Is The Zero Oxalate Carnivore Diet Good For Kidney Stones? | 00:43:12 | |
In this controversial episode, Melanie dives into the research and health claims behind the Blog: Why is Evidence Based Nutrition So Important?
Ermer T, Nazzal L, Tio MC, Waikar S, Aronson PS, Knauf F. Oxalate homeostasis. Nat Rev
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| 10 Apr 2024 | 039 Everything You Need to Know About Cottage Cheese & Kidney Stones | 00:15:13 | |
If you don’t love yogurt, is cottage cheese a good choice for people with kidney stones? Melanie weighs in on all things cottage cheese and kidney stones.
FREE Class 4/16/24: 10 Things Everyone With Kidney Stones Needs to Know Recipe & Blog: Low Sodium Cottage Cheese
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| 04 Dec 2024 | 073 What Do Race & Poverty Have To Do With Kidney Health? [with Vanessa Connolly RDN, CSR, LD] | 00:38:39 | |
Melanie chats with fellow dietitian Vanessa Connolly RDN, CSR, LD, Owner & CEO Grain and Green Kidneys, about healthcare disparities, why they exist and why they are so prevalent in kidney disease. Connect with Vanessa & Grain and Green Kidneys at her website, Instagram, TikTok.
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| 13 Mar 2024 | 035 Why it is dangerous to take "it worked for me" advice for kidney stones | 00:26:51 | |
In this episode, Melanie breaks down the top 3 reasons why it is harmful to take people's well-meaning advice for kidney stone prevention. Blog: Evidence Based Nutrition Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 18 Oct 2023 | 014 Bones, Stones & Enjoying Eating | 00:38:35 | |
In this episode, Melanie chats with Rosette and her experience balancing nutrition advice for bone health and kidney stones. Also, how Rosette has found a way to balance nutrition with enjoying life and eating. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 06 Nov 2024 | 069 Is The TheraLith Supplement Legit? | 00:17:17 | |
Is there any evidence that the popular TheraLith supplement prevents kidney stones? Melanie dives into what is actually IN this supplement and if people with kidney stones should take it - or any other supplement for kidney stones.
Blog: Magnesium & Kidney Stones: The 411
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| 16 Aug 2023 | 005 What makes a kidney stone? | 00:13:25 | |
Ever wonder what makes a kidney stone in the first place? Melanie dives into urine chemistry and what actually causes a kidney stone to form. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 07 Feb 2024 | 030 Why shouldn't EVERYONE follow a low oxalate diet to be safe? | 00:31:21 | |
I don't recommend strict low oxalate diets for ANYONE. I often get asked why not? Doesn't it make sense to recommend a low oxalate diet just in case it matters? In this episode, I break down my top 5 reasons why I DO NOT recommend a low oxalate diet for everyone. And how a low oxalate diet may actually be harmful for people with kidney stones. Blog Post: What is PRAL & How Does It Affect Kidneys? Blog Post: How a Low Oxalate Diet Could Make Kidney Stones Worse Blog Post: The Best Calcium Sources for Kidney Stones Blog Post: Top 8 Reasons Why You Keep Getting Kidney Stones on a Low Oxalate Diet American Urological Association Guidelines for the Management of Kidney Stones Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 29 Nov 2023 | 020 What Does Diabetes Have to Do with Kidney Stones? | 00:18:44 | |
In this episode, Melanie breaks down the science behind the diabetes - kidney stone connection and gives actionable nutrition tips for people with BOTH diabetes and kidney stones. The Kidney Dietitian Article: Diabetes & Kidney Stones - What YOU Can Do Online Course: Kidney Stone Nutrition School Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 13 Sep 2023 | 009 Should I take a supplement? | 00:24:57 | |
Do "kidney stone breakers" work? Are supplements safe for kidney stone formers? Melanie dives into the data. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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| 03 Jul 2024 | 051 Woo Hoo! The Long Awaited Updated Oxalate List From Harvard Is Here! | 00:20:58 | |
In this episode, Melanie shares the exciting news that Harvard has updated their gold standard oxalate list with a TON of new foods. Melanie talks more about this list, why figuring out how much oxalate you are eating is so hard, and if it really matters in the end.
Register for our FREE class: Top Kidney Stone Myths DEBUNKED. Get Melanie’s Updated Oxalate List
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| 04 Sep 2024 | 060 The Overwhelming Cost of Kidney Stones | 00:15:16 | |
Ever wonder how much kidney stones cost? In this episode, Melanie dives into the economic burden of kidney stones to people in the US.
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| 07 Aug 2024 | 056 Kidney Stones In The Summer | 00:14:29 | |
Kidney stones go up during the hot summer months. What can you do to say out of the ER this summer?
Vicedo-Cabrera AM, Goldfarb DS, Kopp RE, Song L, Tasian GE. Sex differences in the temperature dependence of kidney stone presentations: a population-based aggregated case-crossover study. Urolithiasis. 2020;48(1):37-46.
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| 31 Jul 2024 | 055 Chinese Food On A Kidney Friendly Diet [with Edith Yang RDN, CSR, CLT, FAND] | 00:40:11 | |
In this episode, Melanie chats with Edith Yang, a Chinese American dietitian about how Chinese and other Asian dishes can be part of a kidney-friendly diet.
Edith’s Website, Instagram & TikTok Documentary: The Search for General Tso
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| 15 May 2024 | 044 Is It Ok To Follow A Keto (Or Low Carb) Diet With Kidney Stones? | 00:30:57 | |
In this episode, Melanie explores the research showing a strong association between low carb diets and kidney stones and dives into why that might be. A MUST listen for anyone who has, or considered, going “low carb”
Blog: The Link Between Keto & Kidney Stones
References: Popular Diets and Kidney Stones
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| 01 Nov 2023 | 016 Yogurt 101 | 00:27:05 | |
Yogurt is a great option to help people with kidney stones get in enough calcium. With so many options at the yogurt aisle these days, choosing a yogurt can be overwhelming! Melanie breaks down the main things to consider when choosing yogurt, and dives into the science behind calcium and kidney stones. Article: Calcium Sources for Kidney Stones Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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