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Kidney Stones
Nutrition
Calcium
Oxalate
Chronic Kidney Disease
Hydration
Kidney Disease
24-Hour Urine Test
Potassium
Sodium
Fiber
Gut Microbiome
Magnesium
Mental Health
Fruits and Vegetables
Preventive Medicine
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Kidney Stone Nutrition School
Nutrition Education
Kidney Stone Prevention

Registered Dietitian and kidney stone specialist, Melanie Betz MS, RD, CSR, FNKF, FAND shares science-based ways to prevent kidney stones with food!

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Exocrine pancreatic insuffiency (EPI) and kidney stones are closely connected. Melanie and fellow dietitian Elyse Krawtz talk about this surprisingly common and underdiagnosed condition, how to properly take pancreatic enzymes to correct EPI, who sho... more

For the first time in 7 years, the AUA has updated their guidance on how healthcare professionals should help people with kidney stones prevent more stones! Melanie shares some of the key changes - and things that have stayed the same. Tips to ask yo... more

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Melanie chats with fellow dietitian Melanya Kushla about new, unique (and fascinating!) strategies you can use in the kitchen to help make food more kidney-friendly, or just get started USING your kitchen! Melanya specializes in culinary nutrition an... more

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We all know that getting in enough calcium from food is key for calcium stone formers. Realistically, it can be hard to meet calcium goals day after day. In this episode, Melanie chats with Jenny Han, Co-Founder of Seen Nutrition, a new whole-food ca... more

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Elyse Krawtz
Registered Dietitian, Certified Specialist in Digestive Health
1031 Everyday Wellness Solutions
Episode: 158 Pancreatic Insuffiency, Digestive Enzymes & Kidney Stones [w/ Elyse Krawtz MS, RDN, LD, CDSH]
Melania Kushla
Chef educator and health education specialist focusing on culinary nutrition
Taste and Thrive (tasteandthrive.com)
Episode: 156 How Culinary Nutrition Can Help Prevent Kidney Stones [w/ Melanya Kushla MS, RD, CHES]
Jenny Han
Co-founder of Seen Nutrition; clinical pharmacist
Seen Nutrition
Episode: 155 Seen Nutrition: A New Way to Think About Calcium
Andy De Santis
Registered dietitian with a focus on fatty liver disease
Private practice dietitian
Episode: 154 Liver health: WAY more than alcohol [w/ Andy De Santis MPH, RD]
Kristie Messerli
Diabetes care and education specialist (CDCES)
Diabetes education practice
Episode: 152 Mythbusting Diabetes Nutrition [w/ Kristie Messerli RD, CDCES]
Cat Ludwig
Dietitian and culinary expert
Dysphasia Duo (with Cat's business partner)
Episode: 150 Make the most of your spices! [w/ Chef Cat Ludwig RDN, LD]
Chris Peniston
Kidney stone dietitian
University of Wisconsin
Episode: 148 National Kidney Foundation Meeting Reflections [+ Panel of Kidney Dietitians]
Michelle Roulette
Social worker focusing on mental health in kidney patients
Seattle, kidney space
Episode: 148 National Kidney Foundation Meeting Reflections [+ Panel of Kidney Dietitians]
Jessica Kendrick
Nephrologist
Denver
Episode: 148 National Kidney Foundation Meeting Reflections [+ Panel of Kidney Dietitians]

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Melanie Betz
Registered Dietitian, kidney stone nutrition expert, and creator/host of the show focused on nutrition-driven prevention of kidney stones.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 79 ratings
  • Awesome!

    My husband has had kidney stones for many years and has needed lithotripsy in the past and it’s been very hard to figure out what he should and shouldn’t eat. There’s lots of information out there but most of it just skims the surface. I’m so excited to find this podcast with so much good information! Of course I found the chocolate episode first!!! This is going to be a lifesaver for me to be able to learn what he needs. Now I know to ask about a 24 hour urine test. I just assumed since his las... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Irish crochet
    United States7 months ago
  • Thankful for this resource

    This podcast is so helpful and informative when it comes to kidney stone education. There is so much conflicting information out there but Melanie’s expertise helps navigate it all.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    aekelly12
    United States7 months ago
  • My “go to” for kidney stone advice

    “After battling kidney stones for almost 8 years now I have gone from resource to resource…oxalate chart to oxalate chart and usually just end up more confused and with even stricter eating standards. Melanie and her podcast and posts have been such a gift..a steady voice I can trust in the midst of all the noise. My Dr is one who basically just says “eat low oxalate and drink more water” but Melanie and her wisdom has helped to give me back an easier more healthy way to live. I still need to in... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trubstello
    United States7 months ago
  • A Must-Have Resource for Kidney Stone Nutrition!

    As a dietitian myself, I know we receive very limited training on kidney stone nutrition, which makes this podcast such a valuable resource for both healthcare providers and patients. Melanie is truly an expert in this space, and our field is lucky to have her. She is an educator with the ability to explain topics with clarity, practicality, and strong evidence-based guidance. I love the positive energy she brings to every episode, and her guests consistently add meaningful insights to the discu... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wan Na Chun
    United Statesa year ago
  • Melanie is an excellent resource!

    This podcast is my #1 go-to for up to date information on diet and kidney stone information. Melanie is exceptional at clearly communicating her knowledge. The variety of topics covered is appreciated. Thanks for sharing with us.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Rocky Raccoon Bonanza
    Canadaa year ago

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Listeners praise clear, actionable kidney stone nutrition guidance that translates research into everyday eating.
Many appreciate the host's accessibility and depth, noting the show's usefulness for both patients and clinicians.
Audience values evidence-based content and practical meal ideas for stone prevention.
Some feedback highlights a need to balance podcast pacing with ad segments, but content quality remains high.

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158 Pancreatic Insuffiency, Digestive Enzymes & Kidney Stones [w/ Elyse Krawtz MS, RDN, LD, CDSH]
Q: How is EPI tested and who should consider testing?
High-risk individuals (e.g., those with pancreatic cancer or pancreatitis) may not need testing per guidelines, but others can be tested with fecal elastase-1 tests from a solid stool sample; if results are inconclusive or symptoms persist, clinicians may pursue treatment trials or further evaluation.
158 Pancreatic Insuffiency, Digestive Enzymes & Kidney Stones [w/ Elyse Krawtz MS, RDN, LD, CDSH]
Q: What is EPI (exocrine pancreatic insufficiency) and how does it occur for a general audience?
EPI occurs when there are insufficient pancreatic enzymes reaching the small intestine to digest food, caused by factors like asynchrony after surgery, duct blockages, or direct pancreatic damage, and it can lead to malabsorption and associated symptoms.
156 How Culinary Nutrition Can Help Prevent Kidney Stones [w/ Melanya Kushla MS, RD, CHES]
Q: What are your thoughts on the feeling of being labeled by a health condition and how to approach diet without feeling overwhelmed?
Melanie and Melania discuss reframing diagnoses as part of life, not definitions of self, and emphasize language, mindset, and practical, non-restrictive steps to maintain enjoyment of food while managing health goals.
156 How Culinary Nutrition Can Help Prevent Kidney Stones [w/ Melanya Kushla MS, RD, CHES]
Q: Before we get started, can you share with the audience just a little bit about yourself, your history, what you do and why you're interested in culinary nutrition?
Melania explains her background as a dietitian, chef educator, and health education specialist, describing how culinary medicine blends nutrition science with practical cooking and everyday choices to help people translate science into real-life food decisions.
155 Seen Nutrition: A New Way to Think About Calcium
Q: How did you balance nutrition, bioavailability, and taste in the chew, and did you have to swap ingredients to improve acceptability?
They aimed for high calcium (about 500 mg per chew) with simple ingredients, ensuring homogeneous distribution so cutting in half still delivers consistent calcium; taste was kept mild and natural, avoiding strong flavors or proprietary blends to keep it approachable for daily use.

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A science-forward show focused on kidney stone prevention through nutrition, with host Melanie Betz guiding conversations that blend clinical expertise, patient experiences, and practical cooking tips. Episodes frequently explore calcium and oxalate dynamics, urine chemistry, fiber, hydration, and culturally informed eating, often featuring clinicians, dietitians, nephrologists, and patient stories. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on food-first strategies, real-world meal ideas, and actionable steps grounded in research, making it valuable for patients, clinicians, and nutrition professionals seeking evidence-based kidney stone prevention insights.

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3. Jenny Han
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7. Chris Peniston
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