Maybe you just got imaging results back and found out you have a kidney stone. Or, maybe you had the unfortunate experience of learning about your kidney stone by passing it. In either case, your obvious concern is: “what dissolves kidney stones fast?”. You understandably want to get rid of that kidney stone as fast […]
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If you’ve ever wondered about the impact of food on body acid levels, this article is for you! PRAL is a measurement of the acid (or alkaline) produced from your diet in your body. People with kidney disease, and some other chronic conditions (including kidney stones!) can make changes to their diet to reduce PRAL,
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No matter what kind of kidney stone you have, drinking A LOT of fluid is key to stopping kidney stones. But, not all drinks are created equal. What are the best drinks for kidney stones? Look no further for a complete guide to drinks for kidney stones! Why Are Drinks So Important For Kidney Stones?
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Who doesn’t love a bowl of steaming hot oatmeal for breakfast? It is good for the body AND soul! But, is oatmeal good for kidney stones? Yes! Oatmeal is good for kidney stones. Read on to learn everything you need to know about oatmeal and why it is good for kidney stones. Benefits of Oatmeal
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Who doesn’t need a treat from time to time? Finding low oxalate desserts can seem overwhelming. Lists of “high” oxalate foods often ban common dessert ingredients like chocolate and nuts. Never fear! There are plenty of low oxalate desserts you can enjoy if you need a low oxalate diet. Read on to learn more about
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In 2020, alkaline water was estimated to make $46 million in revenue, a 20% increase from 2019! (1) This is no surprise, as alkaline water carries many (largely false) health claims ranging from improving digestion, reducing cancer risk, anti-aging properties, immune boosting, colon cleaning and yes, the prevention of kidney stones. Although alkalinity does play
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Many of you know I am passionate about research and evidence based nutrition. I take extreme care that all of the information I provide is evidence based to protect you and your kidneys! Why is evidence based nutrition so important and why do I care so much? Here is an overview. What is Evidence Based
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Is watermelon good for kidney patients? Should you eat more watermelon if you have kidney disease? As with most answers in kidney nutrition, the answer is “it depends”. Read on to learn more about watermelon and it’s benefits for kidney health! Watermelon For Kidney Patients As I always say, there is no single diet that
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We intuitively know that fruit is good for us. But, it can seem like so many fruits and vegetables are “off limits” for kidney patients. What about mango? Is mango food for kidney patients? Let’s dive into mango and kidney health. *Please note that this post contains clearly identified affiliate links. As an Amazon affiliate,
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Although collecting your urine for 24 hours isn’t the most glamorous task, the information you get from this test is invaluable. Plus, it is a whole lot better than needles in my opinion! A 24-hour urine test will test for oxalate and many other minerals and factors that impact your risk for kidney stones. Learn
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