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	Title	Pub. Date	Duration
	118 Eating Out With Kidney Stones	22 oct. 2025	00:26:14
Ever wonder how (and if it is even ok!?) to eat at restaurants with kidney stones? Melanie gives her best tips and advice for changing your mindset about eating out, while still preventing kidney stones. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	117 Updates in Kidney Stone Research & Oxalate [w/ Dr. Kristina Penniston PhD, RDN]	15 oct. 2025	00:46:28
Internationally renouned kidney stone dietitian & researcher. Dr. Kristina Penniston PhD RDN, dives into updates in research for kidney stones, what diets are best for kidney stones and an updated approach to managing oxalate. Bio: Dr. Kristina Penniston References: Noori N, et al. Urinary Lithogenic Risk Profile in Recurrent Stone Formers With Hyperoxaluria: A Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension)-Style and Low-Oxalate Diets. American Journal of Kidney Diseases. 2014;63(3):456-463. Rodriguez A, et al. Mediterranean diet adherence and risk of incident kidney stones. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 2020;111(5):1100-1106. Oxalate Blog Posts: Is a Low Oxalate Diet Necessary? How a Low Oxalate Diet Could Make Kidney Stones Worse Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	116 Does Phosphorus in Food Matter for Calcium Phosphate Kidney Stones?	08 oct. 2025	00:14:41
Phosphorus isn't talked about very often in kidney stone nutrition - but does it matter for people with calcium phosphate kidney stones? Melanie sheds some light on the issue. References: Taylor EN, Stampfer MJ, Curhan GC. Dietary factors and the risk of incident kidney stones in men: new insights after 14 years of follow-up. J Am Soc Nephrol. 2004 Dec;15(12):3225-32. Zhang W, Lou B, Peng Y, Wu F, Zhang D, Wang Q. High dietary calcium to phosphorus ratio is associated with high prevalence of kidney stone. Medicine (Baltimore). 2024 Dec 13;103(50):e40778. Gutiérrez OM, Porter AK, Viggeswarapu M, Roberts JL, Beck GR Jr. Effects of phosphorus and calcium to phosphorus consumption ratio on mineral metabolism and cardiometabolic health. J Nutr Biochem. 2020 Jun;80:108374. Li X, Zhang W, Huang T, Chen Y, Li J, Ding F, Wang W. The Effect of Dietary Phosphate Load on Urinary Supersaturation and Phosphate Metabolism in Non-Stone-Forming Asian Individuals. Ann Nutr Metab. 2025;81(2):97-104. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	115 What Does Your Thyroid Have To Do With Kidney Stones?	01 oct. 2025	00:17:21
There is a clear connection between hyperparathyroidism and kidney stones. This episode dives into a listener question and the connection between these two conditions - and what you can do about it! Blog: Kidney Stones & Thyroid Disease: The Connection Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	114 Can Too Much Protein Cause Kidney Stones? [and how much to eat]	24 sept. 2025	00:24:51
What is the deal with protein and kidney stones? How much can I have? Does it matter for ME? Is all protein the same? In this episode, Melanie dives into these super important questions for an individualized approach to kidney stone prevention. Blog: Can Too Much Protein Cause Kidney Stones? Blog: What is PRAL & How Does It Affect Kidneys? Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	113 How Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Can Be Life Changing! [w/ Erin Lenihan PT, DBT]	17 sept. 2025	00:52:03
Most people don't know about all of the amazing things your pelvic floor does for you - and how many uncomfortable symptoms you might have been ignoring for YEARS are related to pelvic floor dysfunction (and can be fixed!). In this fascinating episode, Melanie chats with pelvic floor PT Erin Lenihan about what your pelvic floor is, and how pelvic floor PT might be able to help you! Erin's Instagram West Town PT website & Instagram pages Find a pelvic floor PT via the Herman and Wallace Institute or the Academy of the American Physical Therapy Association Cozean Screening Tool for pelvic floor dysfunction Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	112 What Kind of Bread Is Best For Kidney Stones?	10 sept. 2025	00:23:44
Who doesn't love bread? Melanie dives into how and why bread should fit in any kidney stone diet, what type of bread is best, and why! Blog: Is Rice Good for Kidney Stones Whole Grain Council: What Is a Whole Grain? Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	111 Potassium & Your Kidneys	03 sept. 2025	00:32:28
Potassium is a HOT topic in kidney disease - but doesn't get the focus is deserves for kidney stones. In This episode, Melanie breaks down potassium in your diet, where it comes from and why it matters for both kidney disease AND kidney stones. Blog: Potential Renal Acid Load Blog: Potatoes & Kidney Disease: The Potassium Dilemma References: 1. Ikizler A, Burrowes J, Byham-Gray L, et al. KDOQI Clinical Practice Guideline for Nutrition in CKD: 2020 Update. Am J Kidney Dis. 2020;76(3):S1-S107. 2. MacLaughlin HL, McAuley E, Fry J, et al. Re-Thinking Hyperkalaemia Management in Chronic Kidney Disease—Beyond Food Tables and Nutrition Myths: An Evidence-Based Practice Review. Nutrients. 2024;16(1):3. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	110 Label Reading For Kidney Stones	27 août 2025	00:20:29
Ever wonder how to make sense of all those number on Nutrition Facts labels? Never fear! In this episode, Melanie walks you through what is most important on that label for kidney stones, and how to interpret the numbers. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	109 What Is Weight Bias and How It Might Be Affecting Your Health [w/ Dr. Robyn Pashby]	20 août 2025	00:39:15
Dr. Robyn Pashby is a clinical psychologist with a special interest in weight bias. You will not want to miss this fascinating conversation about how bias both in the healthcare system and our society has a significant impact on health. Book: The New Food Fight: How the Weight Management & Eating Disorder Fields Became So Divided and What We Can Do About It (affiliate link) Obesity Action Coalition Connect with Dr. Pashby at her website, Instagram, Facebook & LinkedIn Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	108 Wait...I Have To Drink HOW Much Water For Kidney Stones?	13 août 2025	00:12:37
Unsurprisingly, a common question people with kidney stones ask is "how much water do I have to drink"? Melanie answers a listener question about this - and how your body size plays into this. Blog: Top 6 Best Drinks for Kidney Stones Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	107 Salt & Kidney Stones 101	06 août 2025	00:28:46
Staying away from too much salt is KEY for kidney stones. But why!? And how much salt should you eat? And how in the WORLD do you actually FOLLOW a low sodium diet? In this episode, Melanie dives into all of these burning questions. Blog: Does Salt Cause Kidney Stones? Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	106 Can I Make Collagen Safer For Kidney Stones With Milk?	30 juil. 2025	00:11:49
If you listened to episode 38, you know that there is potential harm of collagen protein for people with oxalate kidney stones. In this episode, Melanie tackles a listener question about how to potentially make collagen protein powder safer. Blog: Can Collagen Cause Kidney Stones? Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	105 What Does Your Gut Microbiome Have To Do With Kidney Stones? [w/ Dr. Aaron Miller]	23 juil. 2025	00:43:08
The gut microbiome is a HOT topic in ALL areas of health. Unsurprisingly, the bacteria that live in your intestines have a HUGE impact on kidney stones. Join Melanie with oxalate microbiome researcher Dr. Aaaron Miller for a fascinating episode about how bacteria help (or hinder) your kidney stone prevention efforts and most importantly, what you can do about it! More About Dr. Aaron Miller Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	104 The Most Common Mistake People Make For Kidney Stones	16 juil. 2025	00:18:11
Melanie dives into the most common mistake she sees people make when they are trying to prevent kidney stones. And, shares how to avoid it and what to do instead! Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	103 Cheese & Kidney Stones	09 juil. 2025	00:22:07
Attn: Cheese Lovers! This episode is for you! Learn all about how cheese is an excellent option for people with kidney stones, the best cheese choices and things to think about when choosing cheese. Blog: The Best Calcium Sources for Kidney Stones Blog: Best 8 Healthy Low Sodium Cheese Choices Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	102 Kidney Stones At Summer Cookouts	02 juil. 2025	00:26:00
Eating at summer BBQs is stressful for a lot of people with kidney stones. Will there be anything these you can eat? What will you say to (well-meaning) family who is pushing you to eat something? Melanie shares her tips and tricks for eating and preventing kidney stones at summer cookouts - and having a wonderful time doing it! Low Sodium Pasta Salad Low Sodium Baked Beans Low Sodium BBQ Sauce Old Fashioned Cucumbers in Vinegar Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	101 The Truth Behind MSG [with Cara Harbstreet MS, RD]	25 juin 2025	00:48:14
In this MUST listen episode, Melanie chats all things MSG with fellow dietitian Cara Harbstreet MS, RD, Owner of Street Smart Nutrition. There is SO much to know about this elusive and misunderstood ingredient from the science, history and how it could even help you eat less salt! Follow Cara on her website, Instagram and on YouTube! Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	100 Toxic Superfoods: Truth or Toxic Misinformation? A Kidney Stone Dietitian Review	18 juin 2025	00:47:17
If you've read or heard of the book Toxic Superfoods by Sally Norton, this episode is a must listen! Toxic Superfoods is a perfect example of the common tactics wellness influencers use to grab your attention, exploit your emotions and get you grab onto their message (and typically very expensive products). Melanie uses her review of Toxic Superfoods as an example for how to spot other nutrition misinformation. Blog: Toxic Superfoods Debunked: A Kidney Stone Dietitian Review Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	099 Don't Forget! Drink Water This Summer!	11 juin 2025	00:17:18
Kidney stones are more common in the summer. Melanie dives into some interesting research about kidney stones and temperature, and shares some tips to stay out of the ER with kidney stones this summer. Fakheri RJ, Goldfarb DS. Ambient temperature as a contributor to kidney stone formation: implications of global warming. Kidney International. 2011;79(11):1178-1185. Tasian GE, Pulido JE, Gasparrini A, et al. Daily Mean Temperature and Clinical Kidney Stone Presentation in Five U.S. Metropolitan Areas: A Time-Series Analysis. Environmental Health Perspectives. 2014;122(10):1081-1087. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	098 Am I Doomed If I Have A Family History Of Kidney Stones?	04 juin 2025	00:11:22
It is common for kidney stones to "run in families", but does this mean you are destined to be a stone former? Melanie dives into kidney stones, genetics and what you CAN do to prevent stones despite your family history of kidney stones. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	097 Why Do Dietitians Endlessly Talk About Fruits and Veggies For Your Kidneys? [with Emily Campbell RD, CDE, MScFN]	28 mai 2025	00:26:57
In this episode, fellow kidney dietitian Emily Campbell RD, CDE, MScFN and Melanie chat about why the boring advice to "eat more fruits and vegetables" is so important for kidney health and their favorite tips to actually eat more! Connect with Emily, Owner of Kidney Nutrition at her website, on Instagram @kidneynutrition and in her Facebook group! Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	096 How Does Sugar Cause Kidney Stones?	21 mai 2025	00:14:34
The data is clear that people who eat more added sugar tend to have more kidney stones. But why? Melanie breaks down the science of sugar and kidney stones, along with how much sugar you should be eating. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	095 No! You Don't HAVE To Be Peeing All The Time! [w/ Bianca Gallub MS, ORT/L]	14 mai 2025	00:39:16
One of the biggest barriers to drinking all of that water to prevent kidney stones is needing to go to the bathroom all the time! We were thrilled to welcome Bianca Gallub, a pelvic floor physical therapist to talk about what "normal" bathroom habits look like, and what you can do if you find yourself frequently visiting the bathroom to pee. West Town PT website & Instagram pages Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	094 Can Ozempic Cause Kidney Stones?	07 mai 2025	00:15:11
Can ozempic and the other popular GLP1 agonist medications cause kidney stones? Melanie gives an update on with the research says, as well as her advice for people with kidney stones who want to start one of these medications. References: Feghali K, Li X, Maalouf NM. Changes in 24-Hour Urine Chemistry in Patients with Nephrolithiasis during Weight Loss with GLP-1 Peptide Therapies: Kidney360. 5(11):p.1706-1712. Zhao, Kelley; Shkolnik, Brian; Lu, Jennifer; Miller, Joshua; Schulsinger, David. MP10-05 LITHOPROTECTIVE EFFECT OF GLP-1 AGONISTS IN DIABETIC STONE FORMERS. The Journal of Urology 209(Supplement 4):p e115, April 2023. Xie Y, Choi T, Al-Aly Z. Mapping the effectiveness and risks of GLP-1 receptor agonists. Nat Med. 2025;31(3):951-962. Hsi R, Best S, Oerline M, et al. MP26-20 CHANGES IN 24-HOUR URINE PARAMETERS ASSOCIATED WITH SGLT-2 INHIBITORS AND GLP-1 RECEPTOR AGONISTS. Journal of Urology. 2024;211(5S):e421. Schaub JA, Oerline MK, Crivelli JJ, et al. The Impact of SGLT2 Inhibitors and GLP-1 Receptor Agonists on 24-hour Urine Parameters: A Retrospective Cohort Study. Kidney360. Published online February 25, 2025:10.34067/KID.0000000728. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	093 Diving into plant protein for kidneys [with Lindsay Ducharme RD, CSR, LDN]	30 avr. 2025	00:29:51
Melanie chats with Lindsay Ducharme RD, CSR, LDN, Owner of Vital Kidney Nutrition about what plant proteins EVEN ARE, why they are so good for kidneys, and some of their favorite plant protein meals. Connect with Lindsay & Vital Kidney Nutrition at her website, Instagram & Facebook. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	092 Review of the 2025 National Kidney Foundation Meeting in Boston	23 avr. 2025	00:31:18
In this episode, Melanie shares some reflections of her time at the National Kidney Foundation's sping meeting for healthcare professionals. She gives a summary of the educational sessions she gave, moderated and some other highlights from this high profile national kidney health meeting for professionals. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	091 What If I Can't Drink Milk?	16 avr. 2025	00:22:52
Most of us know by now how important calcium is for people with calcium kidney stones. But what if you don't drink milk? Melanie shares what she recommends to non-dairy consumers. Blog: The Best Calcium Sources for Kidney Stones Borghi L, Schianchi T, Meschi T, et al. Comparison of two diets for the prevention of recurrent stones in idiopathic hypercalciuria. N Engl J Med. 2002;346(2):77-84. Food Sources of Calcium (USDA) Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	090 An Honest Analysis of Kidney Stone Care	09 avr. 2025	00:34:59
Once you have one kidney stone, there is a 75% chance you'll have another in your life. Melanie dives into the healthcare system and why that percentage is so high - and most importantly, what YOU can do to not be a part of that statistic. Wertheim ML, et al. Current Practice Patterns of Urologists Providing Nutrition Recommendations to Patients with Kidney Stones. Journal of Endourology. 2014;28(9):1127-1131. Pearle MS, et al. Medical Management of Kidey Stones: AUA Guideline. J Urol. 2014;192:316-324. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	089 Mental Health & Kidney Stones [with Michelle Rowlett MSW, LICSW]	02 avr. 2025	00:52:53
The impact of kidney stones on mental health is a significant and often overlooked aspect of living with kidney stones. In this episode, Melanie chats with Michelle Rowlett, a social worker who specializes in kidney health about why dealing with chronic disease can be so tough, and her top tips for managing it. Michelle's LinkedIn Page Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	088 Should I Boil My Vegetables To Get Rid Of Oxalate?	26 mars 2025	00:08:58
Should people with kidney stones boil their veggies to cut down oxalate? Melanie weighs in with a short and sweet answer. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	087 Do I Need Medicine To Prevent Kidney Stones?	19 mars 2025	00:20:48
Melanie dives into when and how medicine can help you prevent kidney stones, and how medications should work in tandem with diet changes. Survey to see if you are eligible to help improve the lives of people with kidney disease Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	086 How Much Fat Should I Eat For Kidney Stones?	12 mars 2025	00:23:33
Ever wonder if fat matters for kidney stones? In this episode, Melanie talks about how fat fits into a healthy dietary pattern for kidney stones and the types of fats that are best. WIN FREE VIP Enrollment to Kidney Stone Nutrition School! Leave a review of the Eat Away Kidney Stones Podcast, take a screenshot and email it to us at hello@thekidneydietitian.org by 3/31/25. Podcast: Dr. Adrian Chavez & Dr. Idz on seed oils Siener R. et al. Effect of n-3 fatty acid supplementation on urinary risk factors for calcium oxalate stone formation. J Urol. 2011;185(2):719-724. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	085 How Your DOCTOR Can Help You Prevent Kidney Stones [with Dr. Paul Dreyer MD]	05 mars 2025	00:37:45
In this episode, Melanie chats with a fellow kidney stone prevention enthusiast, Dr. Paul Dreyer. Dr. Paul is passionate about helping people with kidney stones stop the vicious cycle and get kidney stone free! Work with Dr. Paul: Kidney Stone Prevention Clinic Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	084 Is the Diet for Kidney Stones and Kidney Disease the Same?	26 févr. 2025	00:29:33
Many people are trying to balance nutrition for BOTH kidney stones and kidney disease. In this episode, Melanie dives into some of the similarities - and differences - when it comes to optimal kidney nutrition. What is a "Renal Diet" blog post Phosphorus & CKD blog post Potassium & CKD blog post DASH and Mediterranean Diet Resources Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	083 How Can We "Make America Healthy Again?" [with Dr. Jessica Knurick PhD, RDN]	19 févr. 2025	00:52:51
You will NOT want to miss this very special episode with Dr. Jessica Knurick, a dietitian that specializes in public health. She and Melanie dive into what the "Make America Healthy Again" (aka MAHA) movement is and what the science says about the movement's priorities and what changes we should be focusing on to truly improve the health of Americans. Follow Dr. Knurick on Instagram and subscribe to her Substack newsletter. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	082 The Overlap of Heart and Kidney Stone Nutrition [with Patricia Kolesa MS, RDN]	12 févr. 2025	00:45:11
At first glance, healthy eating for heart health and kidney stones can feel COMPLETELY opposite. But, I promise that when you start to focus on what REALLY matters, they really align perfectly! In this episode on honor of Valentine's Day, Melanie chats with fellow dietitian Patricia Kolesa, Founder for Dietitian Dish LLC, about how food can help your heart stay healthy! Check out Patricia's website and find her on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok! Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	081 Reflections From the 2025 R.O.C.K Society Scientific Meeting	05 févr. 2025	00:18:10
In this episode, Melanie shares what she learned from the premiere kidney stone research conference this month. She covers what type of kidney stone research is going on, future directions and a snapshot of data she presented at the meeting. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	080 Vitamin C, Multivitamins & Kidney Stones	29 janv. 2025	00:19:15
Ever wonder if it is ok to take a multivitamin with kidney stones? In this episode, Melanie tackles this big question and gives advice for the specific nutrients you might what to look out for in a multivitamin, and why! Prentice RL. Clinical trials and observational studies to assess the chronic disease benefits and risks of multivitamin-multimineral supplements. Am J Clin Nutr. 2007 Jan;85(1):308S-313S. doi: 10.1093/ajcn/85.1.308S. PMID: 17209216. Macpherson H, Pipingas A, Pase MP. Multivitamin-multimineral supplementation and mortality: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Am J Clin Nutr. 2013 Feb;97(2):437-44. doi: 10.3945/ajcn.112.049304. Epub 2012 Dec 19. PMID: 23255568. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	079 YES! Food DOES Make A Difference For Kidney Stones [with Terrie Holewinski MS, RDN]	22 janv. 2025	00:34:12
In this episode, Melanie chats with Terrie Holewinski MS, RDN about how important kidney stone PREVENTION is, and how this is different than standard care for people with kidney stones, and how nutrition plays a role. Terrie is a Senior Dietitian University of Michigan and Founder and Owner of KidneyIntel, LLC, a platform dedicated to providing reliable, accessible resources to help patients better understand their kidney disease and make informed decisions about their nutrition. Find Terrie at www.KidneyIntetl.com Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	078 The Mental Side of Dealing with Kidney Stones [with Maggie Pollard]	15 janv. 2025	00:43:33
Melanie chats with kidney stone patient, Maggie, about how dealing with multiple stones, surgeries and restrictive diets took a serious toll on her mental health and how working with Melanie has improved her quality of life. Check out Kidney Stone Nutrition School Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	077 Can You Prevent Kidney Stones With Medullary Sponge Kidney Disease?	08 janv. 2025	00:12:13
In this episode, Melanie talks about a rare congenital condition called medullary sponge disease (MSD) or medullary sponge kidney (MSK) and how people with the disease CAN still prevent kidney stones! Garfield K, Leslie SW. Medullary Sponge Kidney. [Updated 2023 May 30]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2024 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470220/ Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	076 How To Make Your 2025 New Years Resolutions STICK [with Laura Koller MS, MSEd, RD, LDN, CDCES]	02 janv. 2025	00:42:49
Happy New Year! If you made ANY resolutions to kick off 2025, you won't want to miss this amazing episode with behavior change specialist Laura Koller MS, MSEd, RD, LDN, CSCES, Founder of Transform RD! Laura is a dietitian who has a passion for helping people actually MAKE CHANGES to improve their health. She has a unique spin and refreshing take on what it takes to make change STICK. Connect with Laura at her website, Instagram and on LinkedIn! Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	075 Reflections From 2024 At The Kidney Dietitian	25 déc. 2024	00:18:07
If you can believe it, 2025 is right around the corner. In this episode, Melanie reflects over how The Kidney Dietitian has grown in 2024 and shares her thanks for being a valued listener of the Eat Away Kidney Stones Podcast. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	074 Mexican Food & Kidney Stones	18 déc. 2024	00:18:41
In this episode, Melanie breaks down traditional Mexican food (yum!) and how it can fit in any kidney stone friendly diet. Chen W, Hong Y, Man S, Xu T. Association between dietary fiber intake and kidney stones: results from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2011-2018). Nutr Res Pract. 2024;18(4):534-543. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	073 What Do Race & Poverty Have To Do With Kidney Health? [with Vanessa Connolly RDN, CSR, LD]	04 déc. 2024	00:38:39
Melanie chats with fellow dietitian Vanessa Connolly RDN, CSR, LD, Owner & CEO Grain and Green Kidneys, about healthcare disparities, why they exist and why they are so prevalent in kidney disease. Connect with Vanessa & Grain and Green Kidneys at her website, Instagram, TikTok. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	072 Is The Zero Oxalate Carnivore Diet Good For Kidney Stones?	27 nov. 2024	00:43:12
In this controversial episode, Melanie dives into the research and health claims behind the growing-in-popularity Carnivore Diet, including the claim it can help prevent kidney stones. Blog: Why is Evidence Based Nutrition So Important? Blog: Can Too Much Protein Cause Kidney Stones? Ermer T, Nazzal L, Tio MC, Waikar S, Aronson PS, Knauf F. Oxalate homeostasis. Nat Rev Nephrol. 2023 Feb;19(2):123-138. Hu FB. Plant-based foods and prevention of cardiovascular disease: an overview. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 2003;78(3):544S-551S. Mohamadi A, Shiraseb F, Mirzababaei A, et al. Circulating Inflammatory Markers May Mediate the Relationship between Healthy Plant-Based Diet and Metabolic Phenotype Obesity in Women: A Cross-Sectional Study. International Journal of Clinical Practice. 2022;2022(1):8099382. Suarez-Lledo V, Alvarez-Galvez J Prevalence of Health Misinformation on Social Media: Systematic Review. J Med Internet Res 2021;23(1):e17187 Turner KM, Keogh JB, Meikle PJ, Clifton PM. Changes in Lipids and Inflammatory Markers after Consuming Diets High in Red Meat or Dairy for Four Weeks. Nutrients. 2017 Aug 17;9(8):886. Wilson HE, Moe SM. You are what you eat: should it be all meat? FR-PO1072. Abstract of a poster presented at the American Society of Nephrology Kidney Week 2024; October 25, 2024;San Diego, California. (referenced in Docwire News) Zhangling Chen, Jean-Philippe Drouin-Chartier, Yanping Li, Megu Y. Baden, JoAnn E. Manson, Walter C. Willett, Trudy Voortman, Frank B. Hu, Shilpa N. Bhupathiraju; Changes in Plant-Based Diet Indices and Subsequent Risk of Type 2 Diabetes in Women and Men: Three U.S. Prospective Cohorts. Diabetes Care 1 March 2021; 44 (3): 663–671. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	071 Is Rice Ok For Kidney Stones?	20 nov. 2024	00:17:43
Is rice a good choice for people with kidney stones? What kind of rice is best? Melanie gives her recommendations in response to a listener question. "Blog: Is Rice Good For Kidney Stones?" Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	070 Gut Bacteria, Probiotics & Kidney Health [w/ Annabel Birute PhD, RD, FNKF, FASN]	13 nov. 2024	00:42:43
You will NOT want to miss this episode with dietitian researcher Annabel Birute PhD, RD, FNKF, FASN. She and Melanie talk about how gut bacteria can impact kidney health - both for the good AND bad and what you can do to support a kidney-friendly gut microbiome! Connect with Annabel on LinkedIn and X. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
	069 Is The TheraLith Supplement Legit?	06 nov. 2024	00:17:17
Is there any evidence that the popular TheraLith supplement prevents kidney stones? Melanie dives into what is actually IN this supplement and if people with kidney stones should take it - or any other supplement for kidney stones. Blog: Magnesium & Kidney Stones: The 411 Schulsinger et al. Evaluation of a Novel Nutritional Supplement to Improve Urinary Magnesium and Citrate Excretion. J Urol. 175(4). 2006. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! \| Instagram \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Facebook Group \| Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.

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