Mar 25 2025 11 mins 1
In this episode of the Kidney Stone Diet Podcast, Jill Harris discusses the types of kidney stones, focusing on uric acid stones and their potential for dissolution. Jill emphasizes that while uric acid stones can be dissolved with the right dietary changes and supplements, calcium oxalate stones cannot. The conversation also covers prevention strategies for kidney stones, including dietary recommendations and the importance of urine collection for understanding stone composition. Listeners are encouraged to utilize resources available at kidneystonediet.com for further guidance on prevention and management.
Takeaways
- Uric acid stones are the only type that can be dissolved.
- Calcium oxalate stones cannot be dissolved and require prevention strategies.
- Potassium citrate and lemon juice can help dissolve uric acid stones.
- A urine collection is essential for determining stone type and risk.
- Existing stones may not require surgery if they are stable.
- Diet plays a crucial role in preventing kidney stones from growing larger.
- Hydration and dietary management can lead to an 80% reduction in stone recurrence.
- Chanca Piedra and apple cider vinegar do not dissolve kidney stones.
- Monitoring urine pH can help manage uric acid stone formation.
- Consulting with a doctor is vital for personalized treatment plans.
00:00 Introduction to Kidney Stones and Their Dissolution
00:59 Understanding Uric Acid Stones
04:40 Prevention Strategies for Calcium Oxalate Stones
10:34 Resources for Kidney Stone Prevention
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WHO IS JILL HARRIS? _
For over 25 years, Jill Harris has been a kidney stone prevention nurse helping patients reduce their kidney stone risk. Drawing from her work with world-renowned University of Chicago nephrologist, Dr. Fred Coe, and the thousands of patients she's worked with directly, she created the Kidney Stone Diet®. With a simple, self-guided online video course, meal plans, ebooks, and group coaching, Kidney Stone Diet® is Jill's effort to help as many patients as possible stop making kidney stones for good.
