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Kidney Nutrition NuggetsKidney Nutrition NuggetsEpisode 8: Blood Pressure & The Power of ACEs and ARBs with Dr. Katie MyersMay is High Blood Pressure Awareness Month, and this episode is all about understanding how medications like ACEs and ARBs can support both blood pressure control and promote kidney health. Join host Summer Van Arsdale, RD, CSR, as she sits down with special guest Katie Myers, PharmD, to explore how these medications work, why they’re often used in people with chronic kidney disease (CKD), and how to confidently manage them as part of your overall care plan. Together, they discuss: What ACE inhibitors and ARBs are, and how they help manage blood pressure Th...2025-05-2037 minKidney Nutrition NuggetsKidney Nutrition NuggetsEpisode 7: How to lower blood pressure through diet (Part 2)In this second part of our blood pressure management series, we dive into the essential minerals and nutrients—potassium, calcium, magnesium, and fiber—and their vital roles in supporting healthy blood pressure. You’ll learn how each of these elements contributes to heart and vessel health, helping to maintain a balanced and steady blood pressure. If you're looking to improve your blood pressure through diet, this episode is packed with practical tips and key information. Managing blood pressure is crucial for overall heart health and kidney function, especially for those with chronic kidney disease (CKD). A diet...2025-05-1324 minKidney Nutrition NuggetsKidney Nutrition NuggetsEpisode 6: How to lower blood pressure through diet (Part 1)In this episode, I'll dive into the fundamentals of blood pressure and explore how it affects kidney health. I'll discuss what blood pressure is, the importance of setting goals for managing it, and why it’s critical to understand its relationship with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Plus, explore the key role of a low-sodium diet in controlling blood pressure and protecting kidney function. Whether you're managing CKD and want to optimize your blood pressures and kidney health, this episode is for you! What You’ll Learn: What blood pressure is and how it’s measure...2025-05-0629 minKidney Nutrition NuggetsKidney Nutrition NuggetsEpisode 5: Protein, Nitrogen, and Your KidneysIn this episode of Kidney Nutrition Nuggets, we’re diving into the powerful topic of plant proteins and their impact on kidney health. Whether you’ve recently been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease or you’re looking to make more informed food choices, understanding how protein affects your kidneys is key. On todays episode, we’ll break down: What proteins are and why your body needs them The difference between animal and plant-based proteins The importance of whole-food plant-proteins vs. processed meat alternatives The connection between protein metabolism, nitrogen waste, and CKD How plant proteins...2025-04-2923 minKidney Nutrition NuggetsKidney Nutrition NuggetsEpisode 4: Living Kidney Donation: The Gift of Life (with guest Jill Green, PhD)April is National Donate Life Month, and in this special episode, we’re shining a light on the powerful impact of living kidney donation. Summer sits down with Jill Green, a living kidney donor and Patient Advocacy Director at Otsuka Pharmaceuticals, to share her personal story, what inspired her to say “yes,” how life has changed since donation, and what she wishes others knew about the journey. We’ll also explore how post-donation nutrition plays a role in long-term health and how to start meaningful conversations with loved ones about becoming a donor. Links & Resources:Visit: www.thek...2025-04-2239 minKidney Nutrition NuggetsKidney Nutrition NuggetsEpisode 3: What Your Kidneys Really DoEver wondered what exactly your kidneys are up to all day? Spoiler alert—it’s way more than just filtering your blood! In today’s episode, we dive into the fascinating and powerful world of your kidneys. You’ll learn about the six essential tasks your kidneys quietly handle, every single day, to keep you healthy. Understanding these roles can truly transform how you view kidney health, and inspire you to protect these incredible organs. In this episode, you’ll learn: How your kidneys act as your body's ultimate filter—cleaning about 50 gallons of blood eve...2025-04-1521 minKidney Nutrition NuggetsKidney Nutrition NuggetsEpisode 2: My Dad's Journey with Chronic Illness: And why I became a dietitian.In this episode, I talk with one of the most important people in my life—my dad—to share his personal journey with chronic illness. From his diabetes diagnosis to the lifestyle changes that helped him thrive, this conversation covers what makes a person successful in managing their health. We talk about the pivotal role mindset plays, the power of support systems, and the everyday choices that add up over time. You’ll also hear a more personal side of my story—how watching my dad navigate his health journey inspired me to become a dietitian and dedicate my career t...2025-04-0825 minKidney Nutrition NuggetsKidney Nutrition NuggetsEpisode 1: Welcome to Kidney Nutrition Nuggets!Welcome to the very first episode of Kidney Nutrition Nuggets! I’m your host, Summer Van Arsdale, a registered dietitian and Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition. In this kickoff episode, I’m sharing the heart behind this podcast—what inspired me to become a renal dietitian and why I’m passionate about helping people like you feel confident navigating kidney nutrition. You'll get a preview of what’s to come on the show, why this space matters, and what kind of support and strategies you can expect in each bite-sized episode. Whether you're living with kidney disease, supporting a loved one...2025-04-0210 minDietitians in Nutrition Support: DNS PodcastDietitians in Nutrition Support: DNS PodcastNephrocardiology featuring Rory Pace, MPH, RD, CSR, FAND, FNKFDisclosure: Rory Pace discloses she is employed by Patient Care America, serves as a consult with Ardelyx and Akebia, is a speaker with Vitaflow, and a stockholder with Amgen.Our latest podcast dives into the critical connection between nutrition support and nephrocardiology, exploring how beside clinicans can enhance outcomes for patients with cardiorenal conditions. Listen in as we chat with Rory Pace, MPH, RD, CSR, FAND, FNKF, as she breaks down evidence-based nutrition interventions, discuss real-world clinical applications, and share insights that can transform patient care. This episode was hosted by Christina Rollins, MBA, MS, RDN, LDN...2025-03-3134 minLife as a Nephrology ProfessionalLife as a Nephrology ProfessionalNephMadness Region 8 Pod Crawl: Disaster Strikes, Nephrology RespondsIn times of crisis—whether natural disasters or conflicts—kidney patients face unique and life-threatening challenges. In this special NephMadness edition of Life as a Nephrology Professional, we dive into the emerging field of Disaster Nephrology with experts Dr. Mehmet Sukru Sever, Dr. Rasha Raslan, and Dr. Anna Vinnikova. Together, we explore the impact of disasters on patients with AKI, CKD, and transplants, the obstacles to delivering care in emergency settings, and what can be done to strengthen disaster preparedness in nephrology. Don’t miss this timely discussion on the vital role kidney professionals play when catastrophe strikes. Host...2025-03-1449 minKidney Nutrition NuggetsKidney Nutrition NuggetsKidney Nutrition Nuggets TrailerWelcome to Kidney Nutrition Nuggets, the podcast that delivers bite-sized, practical tips to help you navigate kidney health and nutrition with confidence. Hosted by Summer Van Arsdale, RD, this show is your go-to resource for research-backed information, expert interviews, and real-life coaching tips to make informed choices about your kidney health—without fear or confusion. In this trailer episode, you’ll learn: What Kidney Nutrition Nuggets is all about Who this podcast is for and how it can help you The topics we’ll cover, from kidney-friendly diets to expert insights When to expect new episodes (every week) How to sub...2025-02-2402 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones070 Gut Bacteria, Probiotics & Kidney Health [w/ Annabel Birute PhD, RD, FNKF, FASN]You will NOT want to miss this episode with dietitian researcher Annabel Birute PhD, RD, FNKF, FASN. She and Melanie talk about how gut bacteria can impact kidney health - both for the good AND bad and what you can do to support a kidney-friendly gut microbiome! Connect with Annabel on LinkedIn and X.   Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! |  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant...2024-11-1342 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones064 How Your Childhood Can Shape The Food You Eat Now [with Dave Grotto MS, RDN, LDN, FAND]Many people with kidney stones struggle with a fear of eating and an overall poor relationship with food and their bodies. Listen to this incredibly fun and engaging conversation with Dave Grotto and how our food preferences and relationship with food from very early in life.    Amazon: The Girl Who Lived in the Refrigerator* The Girl Who Lived in the Refrigerator Website David Grotto on Instagram *Amazon affiliate link   Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Die...2024-10-0241 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones063 When Should You See A Dietitian For Stones?In this episode, Melanie shares her thoughts about when and WHY people with kidney stones should work with a dietitian.   Work with a Kidney Stone Dietitian Kidney Stone Training & Certification for Dietitians   October Masterclass https://thekidneydietitian.ck.page/masterclass Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! |  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used i...2024-09-2522 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones062 The Genetics of Kidney StonesAre kidney stones genetic? In this episode, Melanie breaks down the genetics of kidney stones and how that impacts prevention.   Howles SA, Thakker RV. Genetics of kidney stone disease. Nat Rev Urol. 2020 Jul;17(7):407-421. Singh P, Harris PC, Sas DJ, Lieske JC. The genetics of kidney stone disease and nephrocalcinosis. Nat Rev Nephrol. 2022 Apr;18(4):224-240.   October Masterclass https://thekidneydietitian.ck.page/masterclass Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! |  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsl...2024-09-1815 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones061 Help! I’m Losing Weight On A “Kidney Stone Diet”Losing weight when you don’t want to is a big problem for many people just starting out trying to make diet changes for kidney stones. In this episode, Melanie shares her tips to make sure you are giving your body the energy it needs!   October Masterclass https://thekidneydietitian.ck.page/masterclass Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! |  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educat...2024-09-1122 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones060 The Overwhelming Cost of Kidney StonesEver wonder how much kidney stones cost? In this episode, Melanie dives into the economic burden of kidney stones to people in the US. Hyams ES, Matlaga BR. Economic impact of urinary stones. Transl Androl Urol. 2014;3(3):278-283.   Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! |  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medi...2024-09-0415 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones059 How To Get A 24 Hour Urine TestHaven’t had a 24-hour urine test yet? Melanie gives her tips for getting that test, and what to do with the results!   Kidney Stone Nutrition School Learn more about our 1:1 patient packages Talking Tips to Ask Your Doctor For a 24 Hour Urine Test Get Your Own 24 Hour Urine Test (True Health Labs affiliate link)   Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! |  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org...2024-08-2819 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones058 Connection Between Bones and StonesDid you know people with calcium kidney stones are at much greater risk for bone disease? In this episode, Melanie talks about why this connection exists and what we can do about it.   Taylor EN, Feskanich D, Paik JM, Curhan GC. Nephrolithiasis and Risk of Incident Bone Fracture. The Journal of Urology. 2016;195(5):1482-1486. Arrabal-Polo MA, Cano-García M del C, Canales BK, Arrabal-Martín M. Calcium nephrolithiasis and bone demineralization: pathophysiology, diagnosis, and medical management. Curr Opin Urol. 2014;24(6):633-638. Caudarella R, Vescini F, Buffa A, et al. Bone mass loss in cal...2024-08-2131 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones057 Can You Drink Tea With Kidney Stones?Ah. The never ending debate. Is tea ok for people with kidney stones? Melanie dives into what the research reveals about the connection between tea and kidney stones.   Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! |  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.  2024-08-1414 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones056 Kidney Stones In The SummerKidney stones go up during the hot summer months. What can you do to say out of the ER this summer?   Fakheri RJ, Goldfarb DS. Ambient temperature as a contributor to kidney stone formation: implications of global warming. Kidney Int. 2011;79(11):1178-1185.  Trinchieri A. Global Warming and Risk of Renal Stone Formation. Giornale di Tecniche Nefrologiche e Dialitiche. 2014;26(2):119-122. Vicedo-Cabrera AM, Goldfarb DS, Kopp RE, Song L, Tasian GE. Sex differences in the temperature dependence of kidney stone presentations: a population-based aggregated case-crossover study. Urolithiasis. 2020;48(1):37-46.     Subm...2024-08-0714 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones055 Chinese Food On A Kidney Friendly Diet [with Edith Yang RDN, CSR, CLT, FAND]In this episode, Melanie chats with Edith Yang, a Chinese American dietitian about how Chinese and other Asian dishes can be part of a kidney-friendly diet.   Edith’s Website, Instagram & TikTok  Blog: Is MSG bad for you? Documentary: The Search for General Tso   Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used...2024-07-3140 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones054 What In The World Are Struvite Kidney Stones?This episode answers all of your burning questions about struvite (aka staghorn) kidney stones. What are they, who is most likely to get them.why do they form and what we can do to prevent struvite kidney stones.   Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.    2024-07-2407 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones053 What Can I Do To Get My Urine Citrate Up?In this episode, Melanie answers a listener question about urine citrate. She dives into what citrate is, why it is so important, and what we can do nutritionally to increase urine citrate levels.   Blog: Potassium Citrate in Food Blog: Can Too Much Protein Cause Kidney Stones?   Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not b...2024-07-1722 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones052 Kidney Stones In Airline Pilots [with Jill Mongene MAcc, RD]In this episode, Melanie chats with Jill Mongene, a dietitian specializing in nutrition for pilots. Having a kidney stone could put a pilot’s career in jeopardy. Jill & Melanie talk about the current state and regulation of pilot’s health and why kidney stones are so prevalent in pilots.   Jill Mongene’s website & Instagram page. Kidney Stone Nutrition School Work 1:1 with a kidney stone dietitian     Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Gro...2024-07-1035 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones051 Woo Hoo! The Long Awaited Updated Oxalate List From Harvard Is Here!In this episode, Melanie shares the exciting news that Harvard has updated their gold standard oxalate list with a TON of new foods. Melanie talks more about this list, why figuring out how much oxalate you are eating is so hard, and if it really matters in the end.   Register for our FREE class: Top Kidney Stone Myths DEBUNKED. Get Melanie’s Updated Oxalate List     Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newslett...2024-07-0320 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones050 Kidney Stone “Diets” Don’t Have To Be So Hard [with Kathy Frieze]In this episode, Melanie chats with one of the original students in Kidney Stone Nutrition School about what it is REALLY like to live and eat with kidney stones.   Learn more about Kidney Stone Nutrition School   Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.  2024-06-2627 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones049 Meet Our Newest Kidney Stone Dietitian! [with Kelly Nemec MS, RD]Exciting news at The Kidney Dietitian! We now offer 1:1 appointments with a kidney stone dietitian! Kelly Nemec is our first dietitian ready to meet with you and prevent kidney stones once and for all! Meet Kelly in this episode of the podcast.   Work with a kidney stone dietitian Schedule a free 20 minute call with Kelly!   Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podca...2024-06-1916 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones048 Risky Weight Loss Tactics That Can Cause Kidney StonesLast week, Melanie spoke to a group of weight loss dietitians about “risky weight loss tactics that could cause kidney stones”. The interest was so great, she turned that talk into a podcast! Listen in for things to avoid if you trying to lose weight and want to avoid kidney stones!   Blog: Keto & Kidney Stone Connection   Research Articles Mentioned:  Barghouthy Y, et al. The Relationship between Modern Fad Diets and Kidney Stone Disease: A Systematic Review of Literature. Nutrients. 2021;13(12):4270.   Bouquegneau A, Dubois BE, Krzesinski JM, Delanaye...2024-06-1230 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones047 How Dietitians Really Approach Healthy Eating [with Michelle McMurtery RD, CSR & Michelle Zachry MPH, RD]In this episode, Melanie sits down with two other kidney dietitians that specialize in kidney disease and talk about how most dietitians think about healthy eating and “diets”. A must listen for anyone trying to navigate what a “kidney-friendly” diet” really means!   Michelle & Michelle’s Private Practice: Nutrition Specialists Group Kidney Nutrition Made Simple Facebook Group Cukebook - Resource for kidney-friendly plant based recipes     Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter...2024-06-0548 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones046 Promoting Kidney Stone Education At The National Kidney Foundation ConferenceMelanie spent a week in Long Beach, CA at the annual National Kidney Foundation this month. She shares her reflections about the state of kidney stone nutrition at national level.     Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.  2024-05-2921 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones045 Can I Eat Black Pepper With Kidney Stones?In this episode Melanie BUSTS the myth that black pepper is “high” in oxalate. Blog: The Lowdown on Low Oxalate Spices     Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.  2024-05-2207 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones044 Is It Ok To Follow A Keto (Or Low Carb) Diet With Kidney Stones?In this episode, Melanie explores the research showing a strong association between low carb diets and kidney stones and dives into why that might be. A MUST listen for anyone who has, or considered, going “low carb”   Blog: The Link Between Keto & Kidney Stones   References: Incidence and Characteristics of Kidney Stones in Patients on Ketogenic Diet: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Popular Diets and Kidney Stones Incidence and Characteristics of Kidney Stones in Patients on Ketogenic Diet: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis    ...2024-05-1530 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones043 What Does Your Dentist Have To Do With Kidney Stones? [with Dr. Meme Salem]In this episode, Melanie chats with her dentist about the surprisingly important role nutrition plays in oral and dental health. Plus, how all of that lemon juice could be hurting your teeth!   Blog: Potassium Citrate in Food & Drinks Blog: The Kidney Stone Diet: Nutrition to Prevent Calcium Oxalate Kidney Stones     Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for ed...2024-05-0838 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones042 What’s Up With Calcium Phosphate Kidney Stones?We talk a LOT about oxalate here at The Kidney Dietitian. About 75% of kidney stones are made from calcium oxalate. Never fear calcium phosphate stone formers! Nutrition can and DOES matter for you too! In this episode, Melanie dives into how food is important for calcium phosphate stones.   Blog: Potassium Citrate in Food Blog: Can Too Much Protein Cause Kidney Stones? Blog: How a Low Oxalate Diet Can Make Kidney Stones Worse     Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect wit...2024-05-0120 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones041 Getting Urine Calcium Down: The CRUX of Kidney Stone PreventionHigh urine calcium is the MOST common cause of kidney stones. In this episode, Melanie breaks down what to do if you find high urine calcium on your 24-hour urine test.   Tips to Ask Your Doctor For a 24-Hour Urine Test Blog: 24-Hour Urine Test for Kidney Stones Blog: Calcium Sources for Kidney Stones     Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All inform...2024-04-2420 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones040 How Is Dairy Protein Different For Kidney Stones?In this episode, Melanie breaks down the often missed nuanced recommendation for “eat less protein” to prevent kidney stones. As always, there is MUCH more to know.   Blog: Can Too Much Protein Cause Kidney Stones Blog: Potential Renal Acid Load Blog: Calcium Sources for Kidney Stones     Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes o...2024-04-1717 minLife as a Nephrology ProfessionalLife as a Nephrology ProfessionalWhy "Delayed Graft Function" is Due for a Rebrand: A New Era of Taxonomy, Policy, and Clinical Decision-MakingKidney transplants are a life-changing intervention, but do not work immediately; this delayed graft function has serious implications for transplant programs, patient outcomes, and organ waste. Tune in as our host Dr. Anna Gaddy interviews Dr. Matthew Cooper to discuss the research and implications behind his co-authored special report, “Understanding Delayed Graft Function to Improve Organ Utilization and Patient Outcomes: Report of a Scientific Workshop Sponsored by the National Kidney Foundation”, published in the March 2024 issue of AJKD. Kidney transplant care teams can work collaboratively to say ‘yes’ to transplant and decrease the number of viable kidneys that are...2024-04-1126 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones039 Everything You Need to Know About Cottage Cheese & Kidney StonesIf you don’t love yogurt, is cottage cheese a good choice for people with kidney stones? Melanie weighs in on all things cottage cheese and kidney stones.   FREE Class 4/16/24: 10 Things Everyone With Kidney Stones Needs to Know Recipe & Blog: Low Sodium Cottage Cheese Recipe: Paneer Cheese     Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educatio...2024-04-1015 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones038 Collagen and Kidney Stones: Is It Safe?In this episode, Melanie answers a listener question about collagen and kidney stones. Are collagen supplements ok for people with kidney stones? Listen in! FREE Class 4/16/24: 10 Things Everyone With Kidney Stones Needs to Know Blog: Can Collagen Cause Kidney Stones     Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advic...2024-04-0316 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones037 Chat With A Kidney Stone Urologist [with Dr. Luke Reynolds]In this episode, Melanie talks with Dr. Luke Reynolds, a urologist at the University of Chicago who has a special interest in kidney stone treatment. They cover what exactly a urologist does, the different types of procedures to get rid of kidney stones, warning signs to look out for after stone surgery or when passing a stone, and SO much more! Luke Reynolds, MD at the University of Chicago     Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsl...2024-03-2729 minKnow Diabetes by Heart™ Professional Education Podcast SeriesKnow Diabetes by Heart™ Professional Education Podcast Series2024 Episode 12 – Heart Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Type 2 DiabetesListen to Katherine R. Tuttle, MD, FASN, FACP, FNKF, Anthony Good, DNP, MBA, FNP-BC, GNP-BC, and Joshua J. Neumiller, PharmD, CDCES, FASCP, FADCES discuss the prevalence of heart failure, chronic kidney disease, type 2 diabetes, and the impact these conditions have on patient outcomes. Management options to mitigate these risks, current guidelines and diagnostic practices will also be discussed.2024-03-2528 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones036 How To Get A 24 Hour Urine TestIn this episode, Melanie talks the nitty gritty of how to actually get a 24-hour urine test for kidney stones to understand what YOU can do to prevent kidney stones. Litholink’s Website Tips to Ask Your Urologist for a 24-Hour Urine Test   Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of adv...2024-03-2012 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones035 Why it is dangerous to take "it worked for me" advice for kidney stonesIn this episode, Melanie breaks down the top 3 reasons why it is harmful to take people's well-meaning advice for kidney stone prevention. Blog: Evidence Based Nutrition More About Melanie Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.  2024-03-1326 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones034 How I stopped getting kidney stones after ENDING my low oxalate dietIn this episode, Melanie chats with Gina, a student in Kidney Stone Nutrition School about her nearly 10 years of dealing with kidney stones. Blog: Low Oxalate Bread Recipe Join Gina in Kidney Stone Nutrition School Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.  2024-03-0633 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones033 Kale vs. Spinach for Kidney StonesIn this episode, Melanie tackles the age-old question "is kale high in oxalate?" - as well as the oxalate content of MANY other green veggies! Low Oxalate Greens Blog Post Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.  2024-02-2811 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones032 Vitamin D, Omega 3, Magnesium & Creatine Supplements for StonesIn this episode, Melanie dives into the data behind some common supplements and if they are safe (or even beneficial!) for people with kidney stones. Magnesium & Kidney Stones (The Kidney Dietitian Blog) Omega-3 Fatty Acids (General Article) Omega-3 Supplementation for Kidney Stones Article (2011) Impact of Creatine Supplementation on Kidney Function Article (2019) Supplements to Reduce Oxalate (The Kidney Dietitian Blog) Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org...2024-02-2120 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones031 How much sugar is ok?Eating too much sugar is associated with more kidney stones. This episode dives into WHO exactly should be concerned about sugar, and how much is ok to eat! Spoiler: there is ABSOLUTELY some room for ice cream! Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.  2024-02-1414 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones030 Why shouldn't EVERYONE follow a low oxalate diet to be safe?I don't recommend strict low oxalate diets for ANYONE. I often get asked why not? Doesn't it make sense to recommend a low oxalate diet just in case it matters? In this episode, I break down my top 5 reasons why I DO NOT recommend a low oxalate diet for everyone. And how a low oxalate diet may actually be harmful for people with kidney stones. Blog Post: What is PRAL & How Does It Affect Kidneys? Blog Post: How a Low Oxalate Diet Could Make Kidney Stones Worse Blog Post: The Best Calcium Sources...2024-02-0731 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones029 When can I get a 24-hour urine test?Is it ok to get a 24-hour urine test when you STILL have kidney stones? Melanie dives into this question and when it might NOT be ideal to get a 24-hour urine test. Tips to ask your urologist about a 24-hour urine test Blog Post: More about a 24-hour urine test Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and sho...2024-01-3108 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones028 How to prevent kidney stones if you’ve never had oneWe talk a lot about how important it is to get a 24-hour urine test to prevent kidney stones. But, what if you've never HAD a kidney stone, but still want to do everything you can to prevent them? It certainly doesn't make sense to get a urine test in this case - instead, this episode is for you! Dietary Guidelines for Americans Calcium Sources for Kidney Stones Blog Keto Diets & Kidney Stones Blog Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  I...2024-01-2422 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones027 Your Kidney Stone Team [with Dr. Anna Zisman]Kidney stone specialist Dr. Anna Zisman and Melanie talk about all the different kinds of healthcare professionals who should be on your kidney stone medical team, and how to find true kidney stone specialists. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.  2024-01-1722 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones026 What if I was "bad" over the holidays?If you are feeling ANY amount of guilt about what you ate over the past few months, this episode is for you! Melanie dives into why people with kidney stones should NEVER feel guilty about what they eat. FREE Class 1/18/24: "Help! I have a kidney stone...now what!? Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in pla...2024-01-1017 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones025 How Much Lemon Juice (and Turmeric) Should I Have?In this episode, Melanie tackles a listener question about how much lemon juice people with kidney stones should drink. Also, dives into turmeric and kidney stones. Potassium Citrate in Food Blog Post Dietary Acid Load (PRAL) Blog Post Moonstone Affiliate Link (15% off!) Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of adv...2024-01-0320 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones024 Karen's Journey to Food Confidence with Kidney StonesMelanie chats with Karen about her experience getting a kidney stone and, after working with a kidney stone dietitian, feels like she can eat confidently in any social situation and knows she is doing everything she can to prevent another stone.  Kidney Stone Nutrition School Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from...2023-12-2739 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones023 Intuitive Eating & Kidney Health [w/ Amanda Hays]In this episode, Melanie chats with Amanda Hays MS, RD, LD - a kidney dietitian with an intuitive eating focus. Amanda and Melanie talk about how to eat while honoring all aspects of health and how to eat intuitively while still improving kidney health. Relish Nutrition Therapy (Amanda's website) FREE Masterclass: Help! I Have a Kidney Stone...Now What!? (1/18/24) Resources: Intuitive Eating: A Revolutionary Anti-Diet Approach - Evelyn Tribole & Elyse Resch* Anti-Diet: Reclaim Your Time, Money, Well-Being and Happiness Through Intuitive Eating - Christy Harrison* Maitenance Phase P...2023-12-2045 minHot Topics in Kidney HealthHot Topics in Kidney HealthBONUS: kidney disease and the holiday seasonHolidays can be difficult for individuals with CKD. Tune in to gain insight into the patient holiday experience and how professional teams can provide education for patients to ensure the best holiday outcomes.   In this episode we spoke with,   Dori Muench, LCSW, CCTSW, FNKF Osama El Shamy, MD Jesse Engelken, MPH, RDN, LD,CD Joyce Vergili, EdD, RD, CSR, CDN Malenia Alvarez, kidney patient Nupur Gupta, MD Elizabeth Shanaman, RD, CD, FAND Candria Denzmore, patient advocate    Do you have comments, questions, or suggestions? Email us at NKFpodcast@kidney.org. Also, make sure to rate and review us wherever you listen to po...2023-12-1339 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones022 Can I Enjoy An Adult Beverage?Is it ok to have alcohol if you have kidney stones? What type of alcohol is best? Melanie dives into all of your burning alcohol and kidney stone questions! FREE Class on January 18, 2024: Help! I Have a Kidney Stone...Now What? Can Alcohol Cause Kidney Stones Blog Curhan GC, Willett WC, Speizer FE, Stampfer MJ. Beverage Use and Risk for Kidney Stones in Women. Annals of Internal Medicine. 1998;128(7):534-540. doi:10.7326/0003-4819-128-7-199804010-00003   Curhan GC, Willett WC, Rimm EB, Spiegelman D, Stampfer MJ. Prospective study of beverage use and the risk of k...2023-12-1315 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones021 Plant Based Diets for Type 2 Diabetes [with Diana Licalzi & Jose Tejero]In this episode, Melanie chats with Type 2 Diabetes experts Diana Licalzi MS, RD, CDCES and Jose Tejero, an exercise physiologist. This episode dives into how food is so powerful for the treatment of diabetes - as well as why exercise and physical movement must be part of the equation. Diana and Jose offer actionable tips to help you get started changing your life to reverse Type 2 Diabetes! Diabetes is associated with a higher risk of kidney stones, so many listeners will find Diana and Jose's messages very helpful. For more information about diabetes and kidney stones specifically...2023-12-0649 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones020 What Does Diabetes Have to Do with Kidney Stones?In this episode, Melanie breaks down the science behind the diabetes - kidney stone connection and gives actionable nutrition tips for people with BOTH diabetes and kidney stones. The Kidney Dietitian Article: Diabetes & Kidney Stones - What YOU Can Do Daudon, Michel et al. Type 2 Diabetes Increases the Risk for Uric Acid Stones. Journal of the American Society of Nephrology 17(7):p 2026-2033, July 2006.  Online Course: Kidney Stone Nutrition School Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | News...2023-11-2918 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones019 A Happy Ending to 50 Years of Kidney StonesIn this episode, Melanie chats with Ron. Ron has had kidney stones for 50 years and was floundering for what he could do to stop them. He now is kidney stone free and has discovered what he can do to keep it that way - and that eating for kidney stones can be quite delicious! Melanie's Kidney Stone Cookbooks Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for...2023-11-2230 minGN in TenGN in TenEpisode 2: Kidney Week Micro-InterviewsIn this episode of GN in Ten, Koyal and Kenar take the show on the road to Kidney Week to ask attendees about their favorite glomerular diseases. Listen closely for a surprise Shakespearean crossover!2023-11-2210 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones018 Help! I Can't Eat Dairy!In this episode, Melanie answers a listener question about being intolerant to dairy and the best way for people with kidney stones to meet their calcium needs. Articles From The Kidney Dietitian: Best Calcium Sources for Kidney Stones, Oxalate in Coconut Milk & Other Plant Based Milks Borin JF et al. Plant-Based Milk Alternatives and Risk Factors for Kidney Stones and Chronic Kidney Disease. J Ren Nutr. 2022;32(3):363-365.   Stop Kidney Stones From Your Kitchen eCookbooks Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group...2023-11-1522 minHear Me Now PodcastHear Me Now PodcastA game changing moment in medicineA class of drugs called glucagon-like peptide agonists (GLP-1 agonists) is proving to be beneficial for people with chronic kidney disease and atherosclerotic heart disease. These medications are being called game changers because they not only help with weight loss but also provide organ protection and reduce the risk of dying and disease progression.��These medications have the potential to revolutionize the treatment of deadly conditions and improve population health. However, there are financial pressures and healthcare policies that may hinder access to these medications for patients who could benefit from them.��On today's program, host Sea...2023-11-0945 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones017 Kidney Stones ARE Preventable! [with Dr. Anna Zisman]You won't want to miss this episode with Dr. Anna Zisman, kidney stone nephrologist at the University of Chicago. Melanie and Dr. Zisman dive into the fact that kidney stones really ARE preventable and how to come up with a kidney stone prevention plan and how to find the right medical team to support you. Tips to Ask for a 24-Hour Urine Test Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in...2023-11-0835 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones016 Yogurt 101Yogurt is a great option to help people with kidney stones get in enough calcium. With so many options at the yogurt aisle these days, choosing a yogurt can be overwhelming! Melanie breaks down the main things to consider when choosing yogurt, and dives into the science behind calcium and kidney stones. Kidney Stone eCookbooks Article: Calcium Sources for Kidney Stones Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in...2023-11-0127 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones015 Can you be vegan after bariatric surgery? [with guest Ashley Krautkramer]Bariatric surgery can increase the risk of kidney stones up to 400%. In this episode, guest Ashley Krautkramer, RD talks about nutrition after bariatric surgery for people who want to follow a vegan or more plant based diet. Ashley's Website: Vegan Bariatric Dietitian Ashley's Facebook Group Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place o...2023-10-2555 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones014 Bones, Stones & Enjoying EatingIn this episode, Melanie chats with Rosette and her experience balancing nutrition advice for bone health and kidney stones. Also, how Rosette has found a way to balance nutrition with enjoying life and eating. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.  2023-10-1838 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones013 Spices, Oxalate & The Mediterranean DietIn this episode, Melanie answers a listener question about using herbs and spices, as well as following the Mediterranean Diet when you have kidney stones. Reference: Rodriguez A, Curhan GC, Gambaro G, Taylor EN, Ferraro PM. Mediterranean diet adherence and risk of incident kidney stones. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 2020;111(5):1100-1106.  More about a Mediterranen Diet pattern Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is mea...2023-10-1117 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones012 Bariatric Surgery & Kidney Stone Prevention for AllMelanie chats with Dr. Megan Prochaska MD, MPH, a nephrologist and kidney stone specialist at the University of Chicago. We talk about why kidney stones are so common after bariatric surgery and tips to prevent them. We also talk about how to make sure PREVENTION is part of your medical care. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in...2023-10-0436 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones011 Nighttime Bathroom TripsStruggle with going to the bathroom at night? This episode is for you! Nocturia (or going to the bathroom at night) is a common concern for people with kidney stones. There are things you can do to help! Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.  2023-09-2713 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones010: Barbara's Story - How a 24 hour urine test made a differenceIn this episode, Melanie chats with Barbara about her journey with kidney stones, how important a 24-hour urine test was to help guide her diet changes, and her good news after her most recent kidney scan! Learn more about Kidney Stone Nutrition School Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a med...2023-09-2039 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones009 Should I take a supplement?Do "kidney stone breakers" work? Are supplements safe for kidney stone formers? Melanie dives into the data. Kevin Koo, Tareq Aro, and Brian R. Matlaga. Buyer Beware: Evidence-Based Evaulation of Dietary Supplements for Nephrolithiasis. Journal of Endourology. Jun 2020.702-707. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.  2023-09-1324 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones008 Calories & CalciumMelanie answers a listener question from Debbie about the extra calories you get from adding dairy to your meals for kidney stone prevention. _________________ Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.  2023-09-0616 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones007 Tips to drink enough waterDrinking enough water for kidney stone prevention is NO easy task. Melanie shares her favorite tips to help you meet your fluid goal! Hidrate Spark Water Bottle __________ Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.  2023-08-3020 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones006 Jim & Stealth SodiumJim shares his journey from food and eating causing significant stress in his life to actually ENJOYING eating and being kidney stone free! Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.  2023-08-2323 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones005 What makes a kidney stone?Ever wonder what makes a kidney stone in the first place? Melanie dives into urine chemistry and what actually causes a kidney stone to form. Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.  2023-08-1613 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones004 Can I eat chocolate?Melanie chats all things chocolate and kidney stones. Is it ok to eat chocoalate? How can you safely enjoy chocolate? Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian!  Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.  2023-08-0914 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones003 Why is there NO ONE kidney stone diet?In this episode, Melanie helps us understand why nutrition for kidney stone prevention HAS to be personalized to YOU.  Tips to Ask Your Doctor for a 24-Hour Urine Test American Urological Association Guidelines for Kidney Stones Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.    2023-07-1815 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones002 What's up with salt?In this episode, Melanie dives into all things salt and kidney stones. Why does salt matter? How much salt should you have? Where does salt come from in our diet? Submit a question for Melanie to answer on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.    2023-07-1817 minEat Away Kidney StonesEat Away Kidney Stones001 Meet Melanie  In this intro episode, Melanie shares a little about herself, background and education.  Learn more about Melanie, her career, presentations and research! Submit a question to get answered on the podcast! Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter www.thekidneydietitian.org All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.2023-07-1216 minModern Leadership CoachingModern Leadership CoachingFrom Blank Page to Great Content: How ChatGPT Can Help You Overcome Writer's Block and Create Compelling Podcast or YouTube TopicsSend us a textHave you ever wanted to come up with podcast or YouTube video topics that will compel people to watch and listen, but when you get started... you realize you're just staring at a blank screen wondering when creativity with strike you?If so, we want to share how we have been using ChatGPT to not only come up with topics and outlines, but use it in a way that creates curiosity and demand to get people to actually want to watch or listen to them!If you're someone who's...2023-05-2504 minHot Topics in Kidney HealthHot Topics in Kidney HealthManaging fluid intake as a CKD patientIt is important that certain individuals with CKD limit their fluid intake, but many don’t understand why or where to begin. On today’s episode, we sat down with experts to discuss fluid restriction, such as why it’s important, the negative effects of consuming too much, and ways to manage a fluid-restricted diet. On today's episode we spoke with:  Catherine C. Wells, DNP, ACNP, CNN-NP, FNKF Dr. Wells have been practicing as a Nephrology Nurse Practitioner in Mississippi for 19 years. She is an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner trained at The University of Miss...2023-03-0831 minReal Estate Mogul, M.D.Real Estate Mogul, M.D.S1 #15 Dr. Kashif J. Piracha - Diplomate American Board of Internal Medicine and Nephrology Clerkship DirectorSend us a textToday we are joined by Kashif J. Piracha, MD FACP FASN FNKF - Diplomate American Board of Internal Medicine and Nephrology Clerkship Director, Texas A&M University School of Medicine. We discuss his career how he got started and financial advice2023-02-0841 minHealthy by Nature ShowHealthy by Nature ShowJune 1st, 2022 Guests: John Leake and Peter McCullough, MD add photo John Leake and Peter McCullough, MD are the authors of: THE COURAGE TO FACE COVID-19: Preventing Hospitalization and Death While Battling the Bio-Pharmaceutical Complex. Dr. Peter McCullough MD, MPH, FACC, FAHA, FASN, FNKF, FNLA, FCRSA 
is an internist, cardiologist, epidemiologist, researcher and editor of medical journals who has been a leader in the medical response to COVID-19. In August of 2020 he published “Pathophysiological Basis and Rationale for Early Outpatient Treatment of SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Infection” in the American Journal of Medicine. This paper was the first description of an innovative sequenced multi-drug early outpatient treatment for patien...2022-06-0259 minPeerView Kidney & Genitourinary Diseases CME/CNE/CPE Audio PodcastPeerView Kidney & Genitourinary Diseases CME/CNE/CPE Audio PodcastGeorge L. Bakris, MD / Joanna Hudson, PharmD, BCPS, FASN, FCCP, FNKF - Advancing the Standard of Care for Patients with Hyperkalemia: Insights and Evidence for Clinical Pharmacy PracticeGo online to PeerView.com/YVS860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. Hyperkalemia is a potentially life-threatening condition caused by the inability of the kidneys to excrete potassium sufficiently. Excessive potassium levels can lead to cardiac arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death. Hyperkalemia is often encountered in hospitalized patients and frequently recurs after discharge. The problem is further complicated by the fact that guideline-directed medical therapies frequently used to reduce cardiorenal risks in patients with heart failure (HF) or chronic kidney disease (CKD) can increase the risk of hyperkalemia. Newer potassium...2022-02-101h 23PeerView Internal Medicine CME/CNE/CPE Video PodcastPeerView Internal Medicine CME/CNE/CPE Video PodcastGeorge L. Bakris, MD / Joanna Hudson, PharmD, BCPS, FASN, FCCP, FNKF - Advancing the Standard of Care for Patients with Hyperkalemia: Insights and Evidence for Clinical Pharmacy PracticeGo online to PeerView.com/YVS860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. Hyperkalemia is a potentially life-threatening condition caused by the inability of the kidneys to excrete potassium sufficiently. Excessive potassium levels can lead to cardiac arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death. Hyperkalemia is often encountered in hospitalized patients and frequently recurs after discharge. The problem is further complicated by the fact that guideline-directed medical therapies frequently used to reduce cardiorenal risks in patients with heart failure (HF) or chronic kidney disease (CKD) can increase the risk of hyperkalemia. Newer potassium...2022-02-101h 24PeerView Family Medicine & General Practice CME/CNE/CPE Video PodcastPeerView Family Medicine & General Practice CME/CNE/CPE Video PodcastGeorge L. Bakris, MD / Joanna Hudson, PharmD, BCPS, FASN, FCCP, FNKF - Advancing the Standard of Care for Patients with Hyperkalemia: Insights and Evidence for Clinical Pharmacy PracticeGo online to PeerView.com/YVS860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. Hyperkalemia is a potentially life-threatening condition caused by the inability of the kidneys to excrete potassium sufficiently. Excessive potassium levels can lead to cardiac arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death. Hyperkalemia is often encountered in hospitalized patients and frequently recurs after discharge. The problem is further complicated by the fact that guideline-directed medical therapies frequently used to reduce cardiorenal risks in patients with heart failure (HF) or chronic kidney disease (CKD) can increase the risk of hyperkalemia. Newer potassium...2022-02-101h 24PeerView Family Medicine & General Practice CME/CNE/CPE Audio PodcastPeerView Family Medicine & General Practice CME/CNE/CPE Audio PodcastGeorge L. Bakris, MD / Joanna Hudson, PharmD, BCPS, FASN, FCCP, FNKF - Advancing the Standard of Care for Patients with Hyperkalemia: Insights and Evidence for Clinical Pharmacy PracticeGo online to PeerView.com/YVS860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. Hyperkalemia is a potentially life-threatening condition caused by the inability of the kidneys to excrete potassium sufficiently. Excessive potassium levels can lead to cardiac arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death. Hyperkalemia is often encountered in hospitalized patients and frequently recurs after discharge. The problem is further complicated by the fact that guideline-directed medical therapies frequently used to reduce cardiorenal risks in patients with heart failure (HF) or chronic kidney disease (CKD) can increase the risk of hyperkalemia. Newer potassium...2022-02-101h 23PeerView Internal Medicine CME/CNE/CPE Audio PodcastPeerView Internal Medicine CME/CNE/CPE Audio PodcastGeorge L. Bakris, MD / Joanna Hudson, PharmD, BCPS, FASN, FCCP, FNKF - Advancing the Standard of Care for Patients with Hyperkalemia: Insights and Evidence for Clinical Pharmacy PracticeGo online to PeerView.com/YVS860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. Hyperkalemia is a potentially life-threatening condition caused by the inability of the kidneys to excrete potassium sufficiently. Excessive potassium levels can lead to cardiac arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death. Hyperkalemia is often encountered in hospitalized patients and frequently recurs after discharge. The problem is further complicated by the fact that guideline-directed medical therapies frequently used to reduce cardiorenal risks in patients with heart failure (HF) or chronic kidney disease (CKD) can increase the risk of hyperkalemia. Newer potassium...2022-02-101h 23PeerView Clinical Pharmacology CME/CNE/CPE Audio PodcastPeerView Clinical Pharmacology CME/CNE/CPE Audio PodcastGeorge L. Bakris, MD / Joanna Hudson, PharmD, BCPS, FASN, FCCP, FNKF - Advancing the Standard of Care for Patients with Hyperkalemia: Insights and Evidence for Clinical Pharmacy PracticeGo online to PeerView.com/YVS860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. Hyperkalemia is a potentially life-threatening condition caused by the inability of the kidneys to excrete potassium sufficiently. Excessive potassium levels can lead to cardiac arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death. Hyperkalemia is often encountered in hospitalized patients and frequently recurs after discharge. The problem is further complicated by the fact that guideline-directed medical therapies frequently used to reduce cardiorenal risks in patients with heart failure (HF) or chronic kidney disease (CKD) can increase the risk of hyperkalemia. Newer potassium...2022-02-101h 23PeerView Clinical Pharmacology CME/CNE/CPE VideoPeerView Clinical Pharmacology CME/CNE/CPE VideoGeorge L. Bakris, MD / Joanna Hudson, PharmD, BCPS, FASN, FCCP, FNKF - Advancing the Standard of Care for Patients with Hyperkalemia: Insights and Evidence for Clinical Pharmacy PracticeGo online to PeerView.com/YVS860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. Hyperkalemia is a potentially life-threatening condition caused by the inability of the kidneys to excrete potassium sufficiently. Excessive potassium levels can lead to cardiac arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death. Hyperkalemia is often encountered in hospitalized patients and frequently recurs after discharge. The problem is further complicated by the fact that guideline-directed medical therapies frequently used to reduce cardiorenal risks in patients with heart failure (HF) or chronic kidney disease (CKD) can increase the risk of hyperkalemia. Newer potassium...2022-02-101h 24PeerView Kidney & Genitourinary Diseases CME/CNE/CPE Video PodcastPeerView Kidney & Genitourinary Diseases CME/CNE/CPE Video PodcastGeorge L. Bakris, MD / Joanna Hudson, PharmD, BCPS, FASN, FCCP, FNKF - Advancing the Standard of Care for Patients with Hyperkalemia: Insights and Evidence for Clinical Pharmacy PracticeGo online to PeerView.com/YVS860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. Hyperkalemia is a potentially life-threatening condition caused by the inability of the kidneys to excrete potassium sufficiently. Excessive potassium levels can lead to cardiac arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death. Hyperkalemia is often encountered in hospitalized patients and frequently recurs after discharge. The problem is further complicated by the fact that guideline-directed medical therapies frequently used to reduce cardiorenal risks in patients with heart failure (HF) or chronic kidney disease (CKD) can increase the risk of hyperkalemia. Newer potassium...2022-02-101h 24Silly Goose GangSilly Goose GangSilly Goose Gang ep73 w/ Dr Peter McCulloughSome people may say this is the most controversial podcast we've done!Dr. McCullough MD, MPH, FACC, FAHA, FASN, FNKF, FNLA, FCRSA is an internist, cardiologist, epidemiologist managing the cardiovascular complications of both the viral infection and the injuries developing after the COVID-19 vaccine in Dallas TX, USA.  Since the outset of the pandemic, Dr. McCullough has been a leader in the medical response to the COVID-19 disaster.He has 51 peer-reviewed publications on the infection and has commented extensively on the medical response to the COVID-19 crisis in TheHill, America Out Loud, and on FOX NEWS Channel.  On November 19, 2020, Dr. McCullou...2022-02-0453 minThe Curbsiders Internal Medicine PodcastThe Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast#298 Urinary Stone Disease Will Rock Your WorldDo kidney stones have you saying “this too shall pass?” Our guest Dr. David S. Goldfarb, MD, FASN, FNKF, FACP can help! In this episode he takes us through risk factors as well as treatment and prevention for urinary stone disease.  Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | Swag! | Top Picks | Mailing List | thecurbsiders@gmail.com | Free CME! Credits Producer: Paul Williams MD Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP, Beth Garbitelli  Show Notes by: Shelagh Browne, Kate GrantMBChB MRCGP DipGUMed,  Cover Art and Infographic: Kate Grant MBChB MRCGP DipGUMed  Reviewer: Molly Heublein, MD Editor: Matthew Watto MD (written materials); Clair Mo...2021-10-041h 07The Curbsiders Internal Medicine PodcastThe Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast#298 Urinary Stone Disease Will Rock Your WorldDo kidney stones have you saying “this too shall pass?” Our guest Dr. David S. Goldfarb, MD, FASN, FNKF, FACP can help! In this episode he takes us through risk factors as well as treatment and prevention for urinary stone disease.  Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | Swag! | Top Picks | Mailing List | thecurbsiders@gmail.com | Free CME! Credits Producer: Paul Williams MD Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP, Beth Garbitelli  Show Notes by: Shelagh Browne, Kate GrantMBChB MRCGP DipGUMed,  Cover Art and Infographic: Kate Grant MBChB MRCGP DipGUMed  Reviewer: Molly Heublein, MD Editor: Matthew Watto MD (written materials); Clair Mo...2021-10-041h 07Things I Think AboutThings I Think About#100 - Are the vaccines working? What does the data say?This is the 100th episode of my podcast! Wow. Thank you all for your continued support. (Please leave me a 4-star rating on your favorite podcast platform.) Today, I talk to Dr. Peter McCullough about so many things. Here is a partial list... 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In this activity based on a recent live web broadcast, a multidisciplinary panel explores the latest data for HIF-PH inhibitors and examines their efficacy and safety in treating anemia in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). The panel also shares evidence-based strategies and describes new models of care for managing patients with CKD-associated anemia, as well as offers practical insight on how clinical pharmacists may take an active role in improving clinical outcomes in patients with CKD. Upon...2021-01-091h 20