Bones & Kidney Stones: Why Stone Prevention Should Always Consider Bone Health Read More »
If you have calcium kidney stones, your bones deserve attention too. Most people think kidney stones sort of exist in a vacuum and aren’t related to other health conditions. But for many people, kidney […]
Does Hard Water Cause Kidney Stones? What We Know in 2026 Read More »
Should you be concerned that hard water will cause kidney stones? What is hard water anyway? Understand the relationship between hard water and kidney stone risk, how to determine if your water is hard
Renal Diet Grocery List – Free PDF Download Read More »
You asked for it! Here is a renal diet grocery list for people with kidney disease. Before we jump into the foods on the list, let’s first review what the renal diet is and
Kidney Stones & Thyroid Disease: The Connection Read More »
Whereas there is no known connection between kidney stones and thyroid disease, there is a clear (and common!) link between hyperparathyroid disease and kidney stones. Let’s break it down in plain English. What Does
Can Ozempic® Cause Kidney Stones? What You Need To Know Read More »
Ozempic® (semaglutide) has become a hot topic in the health world. Originally designed to help people with type 2 diabetes manage blood sugar, it’s now widely used for weight loss too. If you’ve had
Is Beer Good For Kidney Stones? Read More »
This article was written by dietetic student Emma Kortmansky & reviewed by Melanie Betz MS, RD, CSR, FNKF, FAND. Is beer really good for kidney stones, or is it just some crazy myth? Is
Frozen Yogurt vs Ice Cream: What’s The Difference? Read More »
This article was written by dietetic student Lavanya Chhetri & reviewed by Melanie Betz MS, RD, CSR, FNKF, FAND. Who doesn’t love an ice cream cone or a bowl of frozen yogurt (chock full
Oatmeal and Kidney Disease: How to Choose Oats & Prepare Them! Read More »
Oatmeal is a classic breakfast that I’m sure you would love to continue enjoying with kidney disease. Or maybe you’re trying desperately to find a way to prepare oatmeal that you’d love to eat every
Potatoes and Kidney Disease: The Potassium Dilemma Explained Read More »
Can people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) eat potatoes? What about bananas or tomatoes? These foods are notorious for being high in potassium and patients with kidney disease are often told to stay away
Magnesium & Kidney Stones: The 411 Read More »
Magnesium & kidney stones is a hot topic. Should people with kidney stones take magnesium? Will magnesium help everyone with kidney stones? Are magnesium supplements enough or should we focus on whole food sources?
Renal Diet Snacks You Wished You Knew Earlier Read More »
This article was written by dietetic student Yuning Liu & reviewed by Melanie Betz MS, RD, CSR, CSG. Eating habits may vary from person to person following a renal diet. While some people with kidney disease
Do Energy Drinks Cause Kidney Stones? Read More »
Energy drinks are an enticing option in our sleep-deprived culture, however, could these caffeine filled drinks be causing your kidney stones? It’s true, energy drinks are packed with sugar and sodium that can cause
