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Prevent kidney stones and live your best life.
Each week, Nurse Jill Harris—Kidney Stone Prevention expert and creator of the Kidney Stone Diet®—answers your questions about kidney stone prevention.
Dive even deeper and find everything you need to know about preventing kidney stones at KidneyStoneDiet.com!
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- Is Yogurt Good for Kidney Stones? · 10 dk · Bölüm 319A single serving of Greek yogurt might only give you 180 milligrams of calcium. You need at least 1,000 milligrams every single day. Many of you tell us you eat yogurt and assume…
- Are Ham, Bacon and Deli Meat Bad for Kidney Stones? · 9 dk · Bölüm 318Even turkey bacon and low-salt deli meats are packed with sodium. Eating too much salt pulls calcium straight into your kidneys. Up to 60 percent of kidney stone formers have…
- Is Pumpkin High in Oxalate? · 5 dk · Bölüm 317One cup of pumpkin has only 8.8 milligrams of oxalate. That means you can safely eat pumpkin this fall without fear. We look at the real numbers so you know exactly where your…
- Are Mango and Pineapple High in Oxalate? · 9 dk · Bölüm 316Half a mango has only 0.3 milligrams of oxalate. Half a cup of pineapple has just 5.2 milligrams. If you cut these fruits out because you fear kidney stones, you can bring them…
- Chicken, Fish or Red Meat: Which Is Best for Kidney Stones? · 9 dk · Bölüm 315Swapping a steak for chicken or fish will not lower your kidney stone risk. When it comes to stones, meat is meat. Your kidneys treat turkey, pork, and seafood the exact same…
- Is Cheese Good or Bad for Kidney Stones? · 10 dk · Bölüm 314One slice of Swiss cheese has 180 milligrams of calcium and under 70 milligrams of sodium. Most cheeses do not look like that. People often tell us they eat cheese to get their…
- Is Sparkling Water Bad for Kidney Stones? · 9 dk · Bölüm 313Your bottle of bubbly water might hide a surprising amount of salt and sugar. Carbonation itself does not cause kidney stones. The carbon dioxide in sparkling water is completely…
- Arugula: Spinach Replacement or Another Oxalate Trap? · 8 dk · Bölüm 312A cup of spinach packs 700 milligrams of oxalate. Half a cup of arugula has only 0.3 milligrams. If you formed a kidney stone, you might feel terrified of all greens. You do not…
- Pumpkin Seeds, Pistachios, and the Snack Aisle · 8 dk · Bölüm 311A quarter cup of pumpkin seeds has only four milligrams of oxalate. Yet many people get told to never eat nuts or seeds again after a kidney stone. Fear can quickly make your…
- Coffee, Tea, and Kidney Stones: The Caffeine Episode · 10 dk · Bölüm 310You do not have to give up your morning coffee or tea to stop kidney stones. Many people hear that caffeine causes stones, but that is a myth. Having a couple of cups a day can…
- Protein Powders in 2026: What I Tell Patients Now · 15 dk · Bölüm 309Mixing almond milk and chocolate protein powder into your daily smoothie can spike your kidney stone risk. The internet says you need huge amounts of protein every day. You do…
- Sugar, Honey, Maple Syrup: Which Sweeteners Are Stone-Safe? · 11 dk · Bölüm 308Honey and maple syrup count as added sugar, just like white table sugar. Eating too much sweetener increases calcium in your urine and lowers your urine volume. Both of those…
- Prevent kidney stones with water · 8 dk · Bölüm 307You need to make at least two and a half liters of urine every day to stop kidney stones. It is not just about how much water you drink. It is about how much leaves your body…
- Watch this if you're eating right and STILL making kidney stones · 10 dk · Bölüm 306You cut out spinach and almonds completely, but your urine tests still show high oxalate. It is deeply frustrating when you work hard and still make kidney stones. We walk you…
- You have no idea this is causing your kidney stones · 13 dk · Bölüm 305Up to 60 percent of calcium kidney stone formers have too much calcium in their urine. You will never know this is happening without a 24-hour urine test. We walk you through the…
- The one thing kidney stone doctors get wrong · 10 dk · Bölüm 304Too many doctors tell patients they are just kidney stone formers. They say nothing can be done. That is simply not true. There is always a reason why your body makes stones. We…
- Is this healthy drink good for kidney stone formers? · 6 dk · Bölüm 303Kathleen asks whether her daily hibiscus tea—which she drinks to help manage blood pressure—could be putting her at risk for kidney stones. Jill breaks down what really matters…
- The Kidney Stone TRUTH about Lemons · 10 dk · Bölüm 302"Drink lemon water" is the #1 piece of advice kidney stone patients hear from their doctors. But is it actually helping you? In this episode, Jill Harris breaks down why this…
- My patients have been doing this wrong · 17 dk · Bölüm 301Kidney stone patients are cutting way too many foods out of their diet, and it's making their world smaller and joyless. In this episode, Jill breaks down why "high oxalate"…
- What do these lab results mean? · 21 dk · Bölüm 300For episode 300, we have a first! Jill will walk you through a urine collection, step by step, so you can better understand your results! Get Featured! Leave us a voice message…
- The Kidney Stone TRUTH about Apple Cider Vinegar · 12 dk · Bölüm 299This week we separate the truth from the myths about apple cider vinegar and kidney stones. Get Featured! Leave us a voice message at call.show/kidneystonediet to be featured on…
- Food-based supplement danger? · 10 dk · Bölüm 298In this episode, the nuances of calcium supplements, especially food-based and algae-derived options, and their impact on kidney stone risk. We also clarify common misconceptions…
- How much calcium does it take to flush oxalate? · 13 dk · Bölüm 297This episode explores the relationship between calcium intake and oxalate in kidney stone prevention, emphasizing the importance of dietary sources over supplements, and…
- The SECRET about Potassium Citrate · 14 dk · Bölüm 296This episode explores the role of potassium citrate in kidney stone prevention, discussing its benefits, risks, and dietary considerations. Get Featured! Leave us a voice message…
- The TRUTH about tofu · 8 dk · Bölüm 295This episode explores the relationship between tofu consumption and kidney stone risk, focusing on oxalate and calcium content, and provides practical dietary advice. Get…
- WORST foods for kidney stones in 2026 · 10 dk · Bölüm 294This episode explores the worst foods for kidney stones, focusing on oxalate-rich foods and practical dietary advice to prevent stone formation. Get Featured! Leave us a voice…
- The hidden reason you keep making stones · 12 dk · Bölüm 293This episode explores the hidden reasons behind kidney stone formation, emphasizing the importance of urine collection and diet modifications to prevent recurrence. Jill shares…
- My family tells me I'm not eating enough protein · 14 dk · Bölüm 292This episode explores the importance of adequate protein intake, especially for kidney stone prevention and overall health. Jill Harris discusses common misconceptions, the risks…
- How my patients prevent kidney stones while traveling · 11 dk · Bölüm 291In this episode, we talk about practical strategies for kidney stone prevention while traveling abroad. We cover hydration, sodium intake, calcium, oxalates, and enjoying local…
- Don’t take another bite until you hear this · 4 dk · Bölüm 290What can kidney stone patients actually eat? Is everything bad? Is there nothing left? If you've been asking these questions, you're not alone! In this video, kidney stone nurse…
- DO THIS after kidney stone surgery · 4 dk · Bölüm 289You just had kidney stone surgery and you're terrified you're going to make another one. You're not alone, and what you do next matters more than you think. In this episode…
- The TRUTH about the carnivore diet and kidney stones · 19 dk · Bölüm 288Did the carnivore diet give you kidney stones? If you've switched to an all-meat diet and suddenly found yourself dealing with kidney stones, you're not alone. While the…
- You'll wish you knew this sooner · 10 dk · Bölüm 287In this conversation, Jeff Sarris and Jill Harris delve into the complexities of kidney stones, focusing on their formation, types, and the myths surrounding their dissolution…
- Did cashews give me kidney stones? · 9 dk · Bölüm 286In this conversation, Jeff Sarris and Jill Harris discuss the relationship between cashews, oxalates, and kidney stones. Jill explains the oxalate content in cashews and how it…
- The TRUTH about protein powder and your kidney stones · 19 dk · Bölüm 285In this conversation, Jeff Sarris and Jill Harris discuss the implications of protein powders for kidney stone formers, exploring both the benefits and potential risks associated…
- Did almonds give me kidney stones? · 8 dk · Bölüm 284In this conversation, Jeff Sarris and Jill Harris discuss the implications of consuming almonds, particularly in relation to kidney stones. They explore the role of oxalates in…
- Most people forget about these low oxalate foods · 12 dk · Bölüm 283In this conversation, Jeff Sarris and Jill Harris discuss the often-overlooked low oxalate foods that can be included in a diet for those prone to kidney stones. They emphasize…
- Is bread safe to eat with kidney stones? · 11 dk · Bölüm 282In this conversation, Jeff Sarris and Jill Harris discuss the relationship between diet, specifically bread consumption, and kidney stones. They explore common concerns about…
- Are chia seeds safe to eat with kidney stones? · 9 dk · Bölüm 281In this conversation, Jeff Sarris and Jill Harris discuss the safety of chia seeds for individuals prone to kidney stones. Jill explains the high oxalate content of chia seeds…
- Is quinoa safe to eat with kidney stones? · 8 dk · Bölüm 280In this conversation, Jeff Sarris and Jill Harris discuss the safety of quinoa for individuals with kidney stones, referencing recent studies and the importance of portion…
- What to eat for breakfast with kidney stones · 16 dk · Bölüm 279In this conversation, Jeff Sarris and Jill Harris discuss dietary considerations for individuals with kidney stones, focusing on breakfast options. Jill shares insights from her…
- What does a urine test show for kidney stones? · 13 dk · Bölüm 278In this conversation, Jeff Sarris and Jill Harris discuss the critical aspects of urine tests for kidney stones, focusing on the importance of supersaturation levels and…
- Add sodium to prevent kidney stones · 10 dk · Bölüm 277In this conversation, Jeff Sarris and Jill Harris discuss the importance of sodium intake in the kidney stone diet, emphasizing that while reducing sodium is crucial, it should…
- I have a kidney stone, now what? · 13 dk · Bölüm 276In this conversation, Jeff Sarris and Jill Harris discuss the complexities of dealing with kidney stones, including what to do when diagnosed, how to navigate doctor visits, the…
- The best foods to prevent kidney stones in 2026 · 11 dk · Bölüm 275In this conversation, Jeff Sarris and Jill Harris discuss the best dietary practices for preventing kidney stones. They emphasize the importance of understanding the role of…
- Think oxalate caused your kidney stone? Think again. · 12 dk · Bölüm 274In this conversation, Jeff Sarris and Jill Harris discuss the common misconceptions surrounding kidney stones, particularly the role of oxalate and sodium in their formation…
- Can kidney stones trigger an eating disorder? · 10 dk · Bölüm 273The conversation explores the complex relationship between kidney stones and eating disorders, emphasizing the challenges faced by individuals with a history of eating disorders…
- You'll never stop making kidney stones until you do this · 12 dk · Bölüm 272In this episode of the Kidney Stone Diet Podcast, hosts Jeff Sarris and Jill Harris discuss essential strategies for preventing kidney stones. They emphasize the importance of…
- These experts gave you kidney stones · 16 dk · Bölüm 271In this episode, Jeff Sarris and Jill Harris discuss the complexities of dietary advice for kidney stone prevention. They explore the confusion caused by varying expert opinions…
- The scary TRUTH about traveling when you have a kidney stone · 9 dk · Bölüm 270In this episode of the Kidney Stone Diet Podcast, hosts Jeff Sarris and Jill Harris discuss the challenges and fears associated with traveling while having a kidney stone. Jill…
