Jill Harris explains that weight loss itself does not cause kidney stones, but rather the diets people follow to lose weight. Diets like Keto, Paleo, and Low Carb can increase the risk of kidney stones if not followed properly. Jill emphasizes the importance of getting enough calcium to counteract the oxalate intake and avoiding overeating high oxalate foods. She also mentions the role of sodium in kidney stone formation. Overall, the key takeaway is that it's not the diets themselves that cause kidney stones, but the way people follow them.

Takeaways

• Weight loss itself does not cause kidney stones, but certain diets can increase the risk.
• Diets like Keto, Paleo, and Low Carb can be modified to prevent kidney stones.
• Getting enough calcium is important to counteract the oxalate intake.
• Sodium intake should be reduced to lower the risk of kidney stones.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:44 Weight Loss and Kidney Stone Prevention
01:43 Impact of Diets on Kidney Stone Risk
03:13 The Role of Calcium and Oxalate Balance
06:56 Sodium and Kidney Stone Formation
08:08 Tailoring Diets to Prevent Kidney Stones

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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 episode, Jill discusses the importance of drinking fluids to prevent kidney stones. Jill emphasizes that water is the number one thing to prevent kidney stones and shares success stories of patients who have reduced their stone production by drinking more water. She also advises on how to gradually increase fluid intake and manage expectations. Jill highlights the significance of understanding why these dietary changes are necessary and encourages listeners to be patient with themselves.

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Takeaways

• Drinking water is the most important thing to prevent kidney stones.
• Gradually increase fluid intake to reach the recommended goal of 2.5 liters of urine per day.
• Understanding the reasons behind dietary changes can help with motivation and adherence.
• Be patient with yourself and don't give up, as change takes time.
• Lowering sodium intake is also important for preventing kidney stones.
• All fluids count towards your fluid intake, but water is the best choice.
• Manage your expectations and don't be too hard on yourself.
• Preventing kidney stones is a long-term lifestyle change.

00:00 Introduction: The Importance of Water in Preventing Kidney Stones
01:16 Water as the Number One Preventive Measure for Kidney Stones
03:09 The Importance of Adequate Fluid Intake
06:28 The Role of Water in Crystal Formation and Bloating
06:58 Lowering Sodium Intake to Complement Water Intake
09:56 The Long-Term Benefits of Lifestyle Changes
12:47 Conclusion: Call to Action for Preventing Kidney Stones

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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 episode, Jill discusses the potential link between the weight loss medication Ozempic (semaglutide) and kidney stones. While there is no direct scientific evidence on this topic, she analyzes the known side effects of Ozempic and how they could increase the risk of kidney stones.

Dehydration, caused by side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and decreased appetite, can lead to an increased risk of kidney stones. She emphasizes the importance of staying hydrated and consulting with a doctor if experiencing severe side effects. She also discusses the need for proper nutrition and long-term lifestyle changes after using weight loss medications.

Takeaways

• There is no direct scientific evidence linking Ozempic (semaglutide) to kidney stones, but the known side effects of the medication can increase the risk of kidney stones.
• Side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and decreased appetite can lead to dehydration, which is a major risk factor for kidney stone formation.
• It is important to stay hydrated and consult with a doctor if experiencing severe side effects while taking Ozempic.
• Proper nutrition and long-term lifestyle changes are crucial after using weight loss medications to prevent weight regain and associated health issues.

Sound Bites

• "Dehydration mainly, for me, absolutely can cause an increased risk of kidney stones."
• "If you're not hungry, so you're not eating properly, you're not getting your calcium needs met, you're throwing up all the time, you have diarrhea, throwing up and having diarrhea, you're going to lose a lot of fluids. And if you're nauseous, it's gonna be really hard to get fluids back in. So the dehydration mainly, for me, absolutely can cause an increased risk of kidney stones."
• "If you're experiencing really robust side effects from the drug Ozempic, please talk to your doctor so they can understand what to do with you and that you can feel better."

00:00 Introduction: Exploring the Link Between Ozempic and Kidney Stones
00:39 The Rise of Weight Loss Medications and Their Impact
03:00 Understanding the Side Effects and Their Connection to Kidney Stones
04:24 The Role of Dehydration in Kidney Stone Formation
09:42 Duration of Side Effects and Their Impact on Kidney Stone Risk
10:40 Consulting with a Doctor and Addressing Concerns

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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.