Terrified of Another Kidney Stone?
Sick of Googling and still have NO IDEA what you SHOULD eat?
Kidney Nutrition Doesn't Have to be So Hard!
We've got You!
Our Services
Private Kidney Dietitian Appointments
Meet with a kidney specialist virtually to come up with a plan to meet all of your health goals, with a dietitian there for you all the way!
Our dietitians have more than 10 years of experience helping people with kidney stones and kidney disease.
Online Course: Kidney Stone Nutrition School
Learn how to prevent kidney stones AND enjoy eating with our personalized method – that ACTUALLY works!
Self-paced online course – with optional live calls and recommendations based on your labs – has helped hundreds of people prevent kidney stones – and enjoy eating again!
We’ve helped thousands Prevent Kidney Stones & Improve Kidney Health
Jim D.
Kidney Stone Nutrition School Student
★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5
“Melanie mentioned that most urologists’ focus is to help patients with kidney stones, not necessarily PREVENT kidney stones. I experienced this personally. My urologist gave me a very short list of foods to avoid, told me to drink more water, and sent me on my way. I discovered Melanie’s wonderful course, and have followed her advice ever since. No more stones.” |
Stephanie Danner
Private Client
★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5
“I thought to myself, ‘Where has this lady been my entire adult life!? There is actually hope?’ For the first time in over 20 years, I felt hopeful. Between my dietitian and the Kidney Stone Nutrition School, I cannot emphasize enough, how much I learned about myself; my eating habits and lifestyle; what a 24-hour urinalysis actually was and what that test can do to help kidney stone prevention. For YEARS, I was told by several urologists, that ‘it’s genetic,’ ‘drink more water’, ‘cut down all these foods (hands me a list and I literally begin to cry)’. Based off my last 24-hour test, I feel confident I have figured out what works for me, and the balance that I need for my body, to prevent stone formation. My dietitian worked with me diligently on what I needed to eat, and even helped me figure out how to accomplish this with my hectic work schedule, working ALL shifts. Everything it tailored to your specific needs. The investment is small in comparison to a mountain of hospital bills, time lost at home or work, and the crippling effects of trying to pass a stone, surgery or worse, permanent kidney damage. Not only did I learn more about my health than I, quite literally, have from any other provider, but I even managed to lose 16 lbs. in 3 months.”
Amy L.
Private Client & Kidney Stone Nutrition School Student
★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5
“I’ve reversed my kidney disease from stage 3 to stage 2 and… NO MORE STONES!!! First time in 18 years I’ve been stone free at a 3 month checkup. Feels so good. Thank you for everything you do. It’s making a difference in my life!”
Why most kidney nutrition plans fall short
- Many doctors and dietitians aren’t up-to-date with the BIG changes in kidney nutrition guidelines & research.
- Doctors do not have time (or training) to help you figure out what to eat – or actually help you MAKE healthy changes.
- Most dietitians do not have kidney stone training.
You are left feeling frustrated, confused and trying to follow an outdated, generic "kidney diet" that DOESN'T WORK
How The 'Kidney Dietitian' Approach Is Different
- Dedicated to cutting-edge, evidence-based nutrition for kidney stones and kidney disease
- Personalized plans based on your labs that address ALL your health goals
- Nutrition that protects kidneys, without unnecessary restriction
- Flexible, realistic approach that encourages enjoyment of food
- Led by internationally recognized kidney nutrition dietitian, researcher and writer, Melanie Betz MS, RD, CSR, FNKF, FAND
How We Can Help You
Virtual, Private Appointments
Online video appointments with your dietitian to discuss all of your health goals, a 100% personalized plan and support to help you make changes to support your kidney health!
Unlimited Support
Packaged include unlimited chat support with your dietitian between session to help keep you on track!
Support for Kidney Disease & Kidney Stones
All of our dietitians have 10+ years experience helping people prevent kidney stones and slow the progression of kidney disaese.
Comprehenive Diet Analysis
Packages include a state-of-the-art questionniare to help you understand what you are eating now - to be able to hone in on the diet changes that will make the BIGGEST difference.
Flexible Pricing & Options
Purchase individual appointments or packages for more in-between session support and resources.
Available to People in the U.S
Due to licensng restrictions, only available to people living in the United States.
Self-Paced Online Course
Online video appointments with your dietitian to discuss all of your health goals, a 100% personalized plan and support to help you make changes to support your kidney health!
Lifetime Access
Your ONE TIME payment includes lifetime access to the course and community - including future updates! We are dedicated to research, and our content as science evolves.
Community
Lifetime access to the online course community. Support and quick answers to your questions never goes away!
Meal Plans, Recipes & Worksheets
Packed with example meal plans, recipes and worksheets to help you implement what you learn right away!
Optional Live Support & Urine Review
VIP enrollment includes monthly group calls with Melanie and the opportunity to submit your urine test for more specific recommendations..
Available Worldwide
Available to help people prevent kidney stones around the globe!
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What People Are Saying
"I THANK GOD for Melanie every day. She changed my life! Her compassion and kidness through my journey and finding the foods (ALL FOODS) changed by health. I've been kidney stone free now for a year after having 16 kidney stones over 18 years."
Amy L., Private Client & Kidney Stone Nutrition School Student
"I'm happy to share that I have no new stones! That's huge progress for me! I have literally spent thousands of dollars on multiple lithotripsies and stone removal surgery. This news is the best Valentine's present ever! And, my bloodwork has improved due to healthier eating."
Gina S., Kidney Stone Nutrition School Student
"Don’t hesitate to spend the money on YOUR health. I’m a healthcare professional and after visiting 2 internal medicine physicians and 4 specialists for my kidney stones, I learned more from Melanie in 6 weeks that will change my life and health forever!"
Susan H., Kidney Stone Nutrition School Student
FAQs
We do not bill insurance directly. However, many HSA/FSA plans will cover both Kidney Stone Nutrition School or our dietitian appointments.
For dietitian appointments, we can provide a “superbill” you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.
All plans are different. We recommend contacting your insurance plan to figure out your options.
Of course not! We are not a “one-size-fits-all” plan here. We help people make changes to the foods they already love eating to make them more kidney friendly, based on their labs and health goals.
Absolutely! In fact, struggling with many different health conditions is when it is probably MOST important to work with a dietitian.
Registered dietitians are trained to look at EVERYTHING going on, and help people make diet changes that address ALL their health goals.
In your dietitian appointment, your dietitian will spend time getting to know YOU, the foods you love, your schedule and all your concerns so they can help you come up with changes that will address all of your health goals.
In Kidney Stone Nutrition School, we teach you how to prevent kidney stones (based on your urine labs) AND address the most common health conditions including heart health, kidney disease, diabetes, gastric bypass/malabsorption and bone health.
Cost depends on the level of support you want from us! Check out our price comparison here.
Yes! Our team of kidney dietitians all have over 10 years of experience helping people delay the progression of kidney disease.
Kidney Stone Nutrition School is not a good fit for people with kidney disease stage 3B or greater – or who do not have kidney stones.
Recommended By Experts
"Melanie Betz is a highly skilled and experienced stone dietitian whose ability to translate the complexities of stone nutrition into easy-to-understand material is unmatched. Given how important nutrition is to stone prevention, her expertise is critical to the field!"
Dr. Anna Zisman, Associate Profesor of Medicine, Univeristy of Chicago
"Nutrition is crucial for kidney stone prevention, but it is not “one size fits all”. Melanie is a highly trained and respected expert in nutrition and kidney stones. She understands the importance of a tailored approach that considers the whole person and their dietary needs while also reducing kidney stone risk. I am always pleased when I know my patients are also following or working with Melanie."
Dr. Megan Prochaska, Assistant Professor of Medicine, University of Chicago