It is no surprise that a low sodium McDonald’s meal is a tall order. However, let’s be real. Chances are you will find yourself at McDonalds at some point in your life. Hello road trips! If you need to eat low sodium, what is the best choice for you? Read on for tips to build …
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Whoa!? Say what!? A low oxalate diet could make kidney stones worse? Perhaps. Before you panic, make sure to read this entire article. I am NOT saying there is no place for limiting some high oxalate foods for some people. However, I do think that a low oxalate diet is massively over emphasized and prescribed …
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What is a 24-Hour Urine Test? A 24-hour urine test measures what is in your urine, and how much urine you make, over a 24-hour time period. A 24-hour urine test helps your medical team understand how well your kidneys are working and the mineral balance in your body. It is ordered for lots of …
Oxalate nutrition is a confusing, frustrating and little known area of health. There is a lot of conflicting advice about oxalate. Some of this advice is inaccurate and some is blatantly harmful. Read on for research-based advice on supplements to reduce oxalates. *Please note that this post contains clearly identified affiliate links. If you click …
Did your urologist tell you to follow a low protein diet? Or, perhaps you’ve read that protein is related to kidney stones. This is true! In susceptible people, too much protein can cause kidney stones. Read on to learn more about how protein can cause kidney stones. And, what you can do about it! What …
Eating low sodium at any restaurant can be a challenge. Fast food, and sandwiches, in particular are a salty item. In fact, about 20% of the salt we eat in the United States comes from sandwiches alone! (1) Interestingly, we are pretty bad at guessing how much sodium is in our restaurant meals. One study …
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Rice is a staple for many people across the world. For good reason, it is delicious! Rice is a great source of carbohydrate and energy. It is a great background for so many tasty dishes like curry, stir fry or seasoned beans. Or, rice can be the star of the show in dishes like Jollaf …
Potassium citrate is a hot topic in kidney stone nutrition. It is clear that both potassium and citrate have health benefits for some type of kidney stones. Potassium citrate is a very common medication prescribed for kidney stone prevention. But, can you get potassium citrate in food and drinks? This article covers everything you need …
Need a thoughtful gift for someone you love with kidney stones? Look no further! Here is my complete gift guide for people with kidney stones! *Please note that this post contains clearly identified affiliate links. If you click on these links and choose to make a purchase, I may receive a commission (at no cost …
Let me guess. You’ve been told to avoid oxalate because you had a kidney stone and now you have NO idea what to eat. I’m here for you! The feeling that you can’t eat all of your favorite healthy foods, like fruits and vegetables is one of the most frustrating things about a low oxalate …
