031 How much sugar is ok?
02/14/24 • 14 min
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!
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All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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
All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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030 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 for Kidney Stones
Blog Post: Top 8 Reasons Why You Keep Getting Kidney Stones on a Low Oxalate Diet
American Urological Association Guidelines for the Management of Kidney Stones
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All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
Next Episode
032 Vitamin D, Omega 3, Magnesium & Creatine Supplements for Stones
In 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)
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All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
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