with Jill Harris, LPN, CHC
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.
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Jill Harris shares her journey from not knowing how to cook to becoming a confident chef and advocate for healthy eating, particularly for kidney stone prevention. She discusses the importance of meal planning, overcoming cooking anxiety, and the benefits of cooking at home. Jill emphasizes that anyone can learn to…
In this episode of the Kidney Stone Diet podcast, Jill Harris discusses the importance of understanding oxalates in foods, particularly Brussels sprouts, and how they fit into a Kidney Stone Diet. Jill emphasizes that most people can safely consume up to 100 milligrams of oxalate daily, and that portion control…
In this conversation, Jill Harris discusses the misconceptions surrounding electrolyte and mineral water, emphasizing the importance of understanding sodium content and reading nutrition labels. She argues that many marketed products are unnecessary for the average person and highlights the need for consumers to be informed about what they are consuming.…
A low oxalate diet alone does not prevent kidney stones. It is important to pay attention to other goals of the kidney stone diet, such as getting enough fluids, calcium, and reducing salt and added sugar intake. The order of importance for these goals is: fluids, sodium, added sugar, calcium,…
Jill Harris explains that weight loss itself does not cause kidney stones, but rather the diets people follow to lose weight. Diets like Keto, Paleo, and Low Carb can increase the risk of kidney stones if not followed properly. Jill emphasizes the importance of getting enough calcium to counteract the…
In this episode, Jill discusses the importance of drinking fluids to prevent kidney stones. Jill emphasizes that water is the number one thing to prevent kidney stones and shares success stories of patients who have reduced their stone production by drinking more water. She also advises on how to gradually…
In this episode, Jill discusses the potential link between the weight loss medication Ozempic (semaglutide) and kidney stones. While there is no direct scientific evidence on this topic, she analyzes the known side effects of Ozempic and how they could increase the risk of kidney stones. Dehydration, caused by side…
In this episode, Jill answers a listener’s question about kidney stones. She discusses the importance of lifestyle management in preventing kidney stones and the lack of attention given to this aspect in the medical field. She emphasizes the need for urine collection to understand the causes of stone formation and…
Marie, a plant-based diet patient, asks about getting enough calcium without supplements. Jill advises against calcium supplements and recommends getting calcium through food sources. She suggests using supplemented plant-based milks like coconut milk, flax milk, and pea milk. Jill also emphasizes the importance of doing a urine collection to determine…
In this episode, Jill discusses the difference between nephrologists and urologists and when to see each. She explains that urologists are surgeons who specialize in diseases of the bladder and kidneys, including kidney stone removal. Nephrologists, on the other hand, are medical doctors who manage kidney-related diseases and can also…
A listener asks if she should adjust her Kidney Stone Diet while taking medication for kidney stones. She has high urine calcium and has been prescribed a diuretic to lower it, but she’s concerned about her low blood pressure. Jill discusses the options for adjusting the diet and medication, including…
Before doing a 24-hour urine collection for kidney stone prevention, there are three important things to know. First, you should eat like you did when you were forming kidney stones to see how those foods affected your urine chemistry. Second, stop taking vitamins that have not been prescribed by a…
This week, Jill and Jeff celebrate their 200th episode and discuss five common misconceptions about kidney stones. They address the belief that there is nothing left to eat when trying to prevent kidney stones, emphasize that people can still go out to eat and enjoy their lives while managing their…
In this conversation, Jill discusses oxalate and the Kidney Stone Diet. She addresses common misconceptions and fears surrounding oxalate and gives advice on how to eat a wide variety of foods while still managing oxalate levels. Jill emphasizes the importance of getting calcium needs met and highlights the need to…
Jill Harris, your kidney stone prevention nurse, shares tips on how to pass a kidney stone. She discusses the importance of drinking more fluids to flush out the stone and suggests methods for pain relief. Jill also mentions the benefits of movement, such as walking, jumping, and even riding a…
This week, Jill discusses the topic of sweet potatoes and their relation to kidney stone prevention. She addresses the misconception that sweet potatoes should be avoided. Jill explains that sweet potatoes can be safely consumed as long as calcium needs are met. She emphasizes the importance of a balanced diet,…
In this episode, Jill discusses whether or not it is necessary to stop eating meat to avoid kidney stones. She emphasizes that giving up meat is not required, but it is important to eat it responsibly and not overeat. She also highlights the importance of maintaining a balanced diet and…
Sherry has a renal leak that causes her to absorb too much calcium, leading to hypercalciuria. She wants to know if the Kidney Stone Diet® will help her. The Kidney Stone Diet® focuses on getting enough calcium, avoiding excessive salt and sugar, and not overdoing meat protein. While a Mediterranean…