In this episode of the Kidney Stone Diet podcast, hosts Jeff Sarris and Jill Harris discuss the science behind kidney stone prevention, emphasizing the importance of urine collection and dietary changes. Jill shares her extensive experience as a kidney stone prevention nurse and explains the key components of the kidney stone diet, including hydration, sodium reduction, calcium intake, and the impact of sugar and meat consumption. The conversation highlights the need for a practical approach to dietary changes and the resources available for listeners to better manage their kidney stone risk.

Takeaways

• Get a 24 hour urine collection to understand your kidney stone risk.
• The kidney stone diet is based on scientific research and practical experience.
• Drinking enough fluids helps flush out kidney stone crystals.
• Lowering sodium intake can reduce urine calcium and stone risk.
• Adequate calcium intake is essential for preventing kidney stones.
• Reducing added sugar can help lower urine calcium levels.
• Overeating meat can negatively impact kidney stone risk.
• Maintaining a balanced diet is crucial for kidney stone prevention.
• The kidney stone diet is designed to be simple and manageable.
• Resources are available to help individuals implement dietary changes.

00:00 Introduction to Kidney Stone Prevention
10:05 Dietary Recommendations for Kidney Stone Prevention
18:14 The Science Behind the Kidney Stone Diet

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Since 1998, Jill Harris has been the #1 kidney stone prevention nurse helping patients reduce their kidney stone risk. Drawing from her work with world-renowned University of Chicago nephrologist, Dr. Fred Coe, and the thousands of patients she's worked with directly, she created the Kidney Stone Diet®. With a simple, self-guided online video course, meal plans, ebooks, group coaching, and private consultations, Kidney Stone Diet® is Jill's effort to help as many patients as possible prevent kidney stones for good.