with Jill Harris, LPN, CHC
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Kidney Stone Diet Podcast
Reduce your kidney stone risk 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. Leave your question below!
Episodes
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Is this healthy drink good for kidney stone formers?
Kathleen 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 with any tea: how much you’re drinking, how long you steep it, and why oxalate levels can climb the longer a tea…
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The Kidney Stone TRUTH about Lemons
“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 generic advice can be useless (or even make things worse) when it’s not based on your actual results. Jill…
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My patients have been doing this wrong
Kidney 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” doesn’t mean “forbidden,” using real numbers from the Harvard Oxalate Food List to show that foods like sweet potatoes, kale,…
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What do these lab results mean?
For episode 300, we have a first! Jill will walk you through a urine collection, step by step, so you can better understand your results! Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Urine Collection and Results01:55 Understanding Urine Collection Results04:21 The Importance of Hydration07:42 Analyzing Calcium and Oxalate Levels10:24 Dietary Factors Affecting Kidney…
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The Kidney Stone TRUTH about Apple Cider Vinegar
This week we separate the truth from the myths about apple cider vinegar and kidney stones. Chapters 00:00 Debunking Apple Cider Vinegar Myths11:01 Understanding Citrate and Kidney Stones Transcript Jeff Sarris (00:00)What’s the truth about apple cider vinegar and kidney stones? Let’s talk about Alrighty, so apple cider vinegar. That…
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Food-based supplement danger?
In 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 and provide practical advice for managing calcium intake. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Kidney Stone Risks01:59 Understanding Food-Based Calcium Supplements04:58 The Risks of Calcium Pills for…
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How much calcium does it take to flush oxalate?
This episode explores the relationship between calcium intake and oxalate in kidney stone prevention, emphasizing the importance of dietary sources over supplements, and debunking common misconceptions about oxalate and calcium pairing. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Calcium and Oxalate Interaction12:03 The Importance of Whole Foods Over Supplements Transcript Jeff Sarris (00:00)So how…
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The SECRET about Potassium Citrate
This episode explores the role of potassium citrate in kidney stone prevention, discussing its benefits, risks, and dietary considerations. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Potassium Citrate and Kidney Stones12:22 Practical Advice for Kidney Stone Prevention Transcript Jeff Sarris (00:00)What do I need to know about potassium citrate with kidney stones? Let’s talk…
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The TRUTH about tofu
This episode explores the relationship between tofu consumption and kidney stone risk, focusing on oxalate and calcium content, and provides practical dietary advice. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Tofu and Kidney Stones07:31 The Nutritional Value of Tofu Transcript Jeff Sarris (00:00)So what is the truth about tofu and kidney stones? Let’s talk…
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WORST foods for kidney stones in 2026
This episode explores the worst foods for kidney stones, focusing on oxalate-rich foods and practical dietary advice to prevent stone formation. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Kidney Stones and Dietary Impact09:03 Navigating the Kidney Stone Diet: Meal Plans and Resources Transcript Jeff Sarris (00:00)What are the worst foods for kidney stones? Let’s…
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The hidden reason you keep making stones
Watch this episode This episode explores the hidden reasons behind kidney stone formation, emphasizing the importance of urine collection and diet modifications to prevent recurrence. Jill shares practical advice on managing urine calcium levels, diet, and when to seek medical intervention. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Kidney Stones: The Hidden Reasons10:22 The…
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My family tells me I’m not eating enough protein
This episode explores the importance of adequate protein intake, especially for kidney stone prevention and overall health. Jill Harris discusses common misconceptions, the risks of too little or too much protein, and practical dietary advice for different age groups. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Protein Needs for Kidney Stone Prevention01:59 The Importance…
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How my patients prevent kidney stones while traveling
In this episode, we talk about practical strategies for kidney stone prevention while traveling abroad. We cover hydration, sodium intake, calcium, oxalates, and enjoying local cuisine responsibly. Chapters 00:00 Navigating Diet While Traveling01:28 Understanding Kidney Stone Prevention10:21 Practical Tips for Healthy Eating Abroad Transcript Jeff Sarris (00:00)I’m traveling, but I…
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Don’t take another bite until you hear this
What 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 Jill Harris breaks down the highest oxalate foods that actually need to go, why “superfoods” like dark chocolate and spinach might…
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DO THIS after kidney stone surgery
You 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, kidney stone nurse Jill Harris walks you through everything you need to know after surgery: the one test you…
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The TRUTH about the carnivore diet and kidney stones
Did 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 carnivore diet works well for some people, it can create serious problems for kidney stone formers. In this episode, kidney stone nurse…
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You’ll wish you knew this sooner
In 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. Jill emphasizes the importance of understanding the specific type of kidney stone one has, as only uric acid stones can be dissolved with potassium…
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Did cashews give me kidney stones?
In 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 can affect individuals prone to kidney stones. They delve into dietary recommendations, emphasizing the importance of calcium intake to mitigate the risks associated…
“The Kidney Stone Diet is far more than just a diet; this plan is life-altering!”
“The group calls will transform you physically and emotionally. Once you start this journey, your health naturally improves. I have lost a total of 40 pounds and have consistently kept it off. The group calls are such support; this is more like family than a zoom meeting to stay accountable. Jill is far more than a nurse; she is a life coach. Her platform is invaluable.”
Kim J. | Kidney Stone Prevention Course
“The best decision I’ve made has been to join this group.”
“I have been working on weight loss for many years. This group has kept me on track and has helped my continued success with my weight loss.”
Kate L. | Group Calls with Jill
“I have been following the Meal Plan for about 6 weeks and I feel amazing.”
“Eating healthy has also encouraged me to go to bed earlier, so I am also getting more sleep. Because of that, I have been able to get up before work and exercise! So yes, the positive effects are spilling over into all areas of a healthy lifestyle.”
Jerry T. | Meal Plan Subscriber
“I have been a part of the group calls with Jill for the last 14 months, and they are essential to being so successful with the Kidney Stone Diet Prevention Plan.”
Sarah B. | Group Calls with Jill
“These calls are the gold of this program!!”
“I can’t say enough about how Jill knows just the right questions to ask us or how she prods us to think about what is going on in our lives.”
Monica K. | Group Calls with Jill
“I took the course with Jill, and my second 24 hour urine was MUCH better than the first.”
“She gives very practical information, and it WORKS. I was totally overwhelmed at first. I got very poor diet information from my doctors. Jill made it easy for me to understand, and I took it one day at a time. I still watch her videos when I need a tune-up. Jill is the best, and she really cares about all of us. Take the course—it will help you!!!”
Mark J. | Kidney Stone Prevention Course