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Focus On Wellness, Not On Weight Loss

by Jill Harris, LPN, CHC on Jan 2, 2021

Well, we all know what time it is, don’t we? It’s that time of year when the diet industry starts promoting all its weight loss programs. Diets that don’t work long-term because they simply aren’t sustainable—they’re not designed to be sustainable. After all, how could the marketers create a new diet for you to buy …

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5 Tips for Avoiding Stress Eating

by Jill Harris, LPN, CHC on Dec 9, 2020

The year is nearly over, and I think, for the most part, we can all agree that we are ready for 2021. I am. I’m pretty busy these days with private clients, more than usual. It’s no surprise that many of them are calling me for weight loss help as staying home and being stressed …

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What to Eat When Out With Friends

by Jill Harris, LPN, CHC on Oct 24, 2020

In these posts, I like to address the topics I hear about most frequently from patients and Facebook Group Members. The common topic in the group this week has been eating while away from home (or ordering take-out food). This is a common dilemma for so many of my patients. What can we do to …

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Fixing the Binge-Purge Cycle

by Jill Harris, LPN, CHC on Oct 17, 2020

Over the years, I’ve had many patients confide in me about their daily diet habits. I always feel so honored that people trust me and feel safe enough to discuss their routines – this can be difficult. One typical unhealthy pattern I find people stuck in is the binge-purge cycle. Now, I’m not talking about …

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24-Hour Urine Collections: Why They Matter and How to Approach Them

by Jill Harris, LPN, CHC on Sep 19, 2020

The first thing I want to tell you about 24-hour urine collections is that they are vital in determining what is causing your stones. Your results will show diet issues and/or other medical conditions that could be the culprit. Many doctors don’t order them initially and will say, “let’s just wait for the second episode …

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Are Your Smoothies Causing Kidney Stones?

by Jill Harris, LPN, CHC on Jun 25, 2020

Let’s talk about smoothies and the role they play in your stone formation and overall health. Of course, there are many dietary reasons that we form kidney stones. Today, however, we’re going to narrow our focus to smoothies because they are a popular option for stone formers. Smoothies and Kidney Stones. I am not about …

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How to (re)Start Your Exercise Routine

by Jill Harris, LPN, CHC on May 20, 2020

If you’re a member of my Facebook page, you know that exercise is crucial to my well being and so I want to share some tips to get you started on your own fitness journey. Being in good health starts with diet. This is a must, but incorporating physical activity is essential for keeping your …

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Snack Options for Kidney Stone Formers

by Jill Harris, LPN, CHC on Apr 18, 2020

A common question from patients is, “what snacks can I eat on the Kidney Stone Diet?” Paying attention to sodium, sugar, and oxalate limits can make snack time a little challenging but it’s important to treat yourself here and there in order to stay compliant with a healthy lifestyle. Deprivation works for some, but not …

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What Is The Kidney Stone Diet?

by Jill Harris, LPN, CHC on Mar 31, 2020

Every year nearly one million Americans suffer through the severe pain of kidney stones, yet most kidney stones are completely avoidable. The Kidney Stone Diet will not only decrease your likelihood of taking a ride in an ambulance due to a kidney stone, but it may also help you with other medical conditions such as …

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How to Prevent Kidney Stones by Lowering Your Sugar Intake

by Jill Harris, LPN, CHC on Nov 20, 2019

From my personal experience, I can tell you that most of my patients do not understand the role that sugar plays in their kidney stone disease. There are two reasons sugar is a problem. One reason is that too much sugar can leach calcium from the bone and into the urine. And the second is …

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How to Cook for the Kidney Stone Diet

by Jill Harris, LPN, CHC on Oct 25, 2019

I have a secret that I need to share with you. I am nearly 56 years old and just started cooking less than 2 years ago. I was always lucky enough to have my partners prepare the meals. I did the dishes. I thought it was a great deal for me as they were terrific …

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False Promises: Why Kidney Stone Pills and Potions Don’t Work

by Jill Harris, LPN, CHC on Jul 8, 2019

Passing a kidney stone is one of the most painful health experiences a person can go through in their lifetime.   There are many pills, powders, and potions sold each year to patients who will do anything to avoid that hell ever again. These “remedies” promise patients that they will break up present stones and/or …

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How to Prevent Kidney Stones Through Portion Control

by Jill Harris, LPN, CHC on Jun 20, 2019

The Hard Truth. I am fully aware as I write this article that it’s not going to win me any friends. But I don’t do what I do to win friends. I do what I do to help people. My goal is to always be honest and frank with all of you. Sometimes that means …

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How To Calculate Your Meat Protein Needs On The Kidney Stone Diet

by Jill Harris, LPN, CHC on May 8, 2019

Often patients come to me after being on a high protein diet for weight loss or to control their diabetes. They lost weight or controlled their blood sugar better, but gained a kidney stone as a result of eating too much protein. Most of my patients got a stone because they ate too much of …

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Is the Kidney Stone Diet a Fad Diet?

by Jill Harris, LPN, CHC on Feb 14, 2019

I am not a fan of fad diets. I am the ultimate party pooper when it comes to Keto, Paleo, cleanses, juicing, or any other diet that promises quick results. As a matter of fact, my friends have stopped bringing the topic up as they know I will do a quick eye-roll even though I …

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The Safe Oxalate List for Kidney Stones

by Jill Harris, LPN, CHC on Feb 4, 2019

I want to share some good news—I have created a new safe oxalate list that makes the original Harvard list easier to use by showing only the foods you CAN have! What makes the Simple & Safe Oxalate List different? There are two things that are different from the original list. First, you will no …

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How to Get More Calcium and Prevent Kidney Stones

by Jill Harris, LPN, CHC on Dec 7, 2018

Did your doctor tell you to stop all dairy once you formed a stone? If so, you are not alone. Many doctors tell their patients to stop eating foods that contain calcium. The problem with this advice is that eliminating calcium from your diet can cause stones. Most stone formers, in fact, most adults, are …

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How to Prevent Kidney Stones by Lowering Your Salt Intake

by Jill Harris, LPN, CHC on Sep 12, 2018

Low Sodium Diet Every time I speak to patients about lowering the sodium in their diets the first thing they tell me is, “I don’t use a salt shaker”. That is a good start but there are so many ways for salt to creep into your diet even if you never use a salt shaker. …

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