Before doing a 24-hour urine collection for kidney stone prevention, there are three important things to know. First, you should eat like you did when you were forming kidney stones to see how those foods affected your urine chemistry. Second, stop taking vitamins that have not been prescribed by a doctor three to five days before the collection, as some vitamins can interfere with the test. Third, make sure to follow the instructions for the urine collection and submit it on time. It is also important to do follow-up tests and address any high urine calcium levels to prevent osteoporosis.

Takeaways

• Eat like you did when you were forming kidney stones to see how those foods affected your urine chemistry.
• Stop taking vitamins that have not been prescribed by a doctor three to five days before the urine collection.
• Follow the instructions for the urine collection and submit it on time.
• Do follow-up tests and address any high urine calcium levels to prevent osteoporosis.

Sound Bites

• "You know you need a 24 hour urine collection, but these are three things you need to know before doing the 24 hour urine collection."
• "The first thing you should be aware of before you do a 24 hour urine collection is you're supposed to eat like you did when you were forming kidney stones."
• "Stop taking vitamins that have not been prescribed by a doctor three to five days before you do a urine collection."

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to 24-hour Urine Collection
• 01:13 Eating Habits and Urine Chemistry
• 07:19 Following Instructions and Timely Submission
• 11:06 Addressing High Urine Calcium Levels

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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.

This week, Jill and Jeff celebrate their 200th episode and discuss five common misconceptions about kidney stones. They address the belief that there is nothing left to eat when trying to prevent kidney stones, emphasize that people can still go out to eat and enjoy their lives while managing their condition, clarify that there is no solution to dissolve kidney stones except for uric acid stones, debunk the myth that all calcium should be eliminated from the diet, and encourage listeners to not give up and believe that they are just stone makers.

Takeaways

• There are still plenty of foods that can be eaten when trying to prevent kidney stones, and portion control is key.
• People with kidney stones can still go out to eat and enjoy their lives, making choices that align with their dietary needs.
• There is no solution to dissolve kidney stones, except for uric acid stones, which can be broken down with alkalinizing drugs or products.
• Eliminating all calcium from the diet is not necessary, and it is important to get the recommended daily allowance of calcium for bone health.
• It is possible to reduce the rate of stone formation and prevent future kidney stones by understanding the underlying causes and making appropriate lifestyle changes.

Sound Bites

• "Everything is still on your plate. Is portion not perfection."
• "You can still go out to eat. Just get right back on track tomorrow. No harm done."

00:00 Celebrating the 200th Episode!
02:00 Misconception: There's Nothing Left to Eat
03:28 Misconception: You Can't Go Out to Eat
05:21 Misconception: You Can Dissolve Your Kidney Stone
07:11 Misconception: You Need Less Calcium
09:25 Misconception: You're Just a Stone Maker

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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.

In this conversation, Jill discusses oxalate and the Kidney Stone Diet. She addresses common misconceptions and fears surrounding oxalate and gives advice on how to eat a wide variety of foods while still managing oxalate levels. Jill emphasizes the importance of getting calcium needs met and highlights the need to focus on other aspects of the Kidney Stone Diet, such as reducing salt and sugar intake.

Takeaways

• Oxalate is often a misunderstood and feared aspect of the Kidney Stone Diet.
• While it's important to be mindful of high oxalate foods, such as spinach and almonds, the focus should be on getting calcium needs met and reducing salt and sugar intake.
• Eating a wide variety of foods, including meats, dairy, and plant-based options, is possible within the parameters of the kidney stone diet.
• Anxiety and fear surrounding the Kidney Stone Diet can be alleviated by seeking reliable information and support.
• By following the guidance provided by Jill, individuals can regain confidence and improve their quality of life.

Sound Bites

• "Oxalate really at the end of the day is the least problematic part of the Kidney Stone Diet."
• "What I'm trying to do is give you your life back."

00:00 Introduction: Exploring Oxalate in the Kidney Stone Diet
00:37 Foods with Zero Oxalate
06:12 Addressing Anxiety and Fear
08:37 Empowering Kidney Stone Patients
10:44 Conclusion: Accessing 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.