Eat Away Kidney Stones

By Melanie Betz MS, RD, CSR, FNKF, FAND

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

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How many episodes does Eat Away Kidney Stones have?

The podcast currently has 135 episodes available.

Eat Away Kidney Stones episodes:

February 18, 2026 135 The Intersection of Heart & Kidney Stone Nutrition [w/ Michelle Routhenstein RD]
Unfortunately, people with kidney stones are at higher risk of heart disease. Good nutrition for your heart goes WAY beyond just "eat vegetables and low cholesterol". In this fascinating episode, Melanie chats with fellow dietitian Michelle Routhenstein about some more advanced strategies for heart health! Connect with Michelle Routhenstein RD on her website, Instagram & Facebook

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Connect with The Kidney Dietitian! Work with Us! | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Facebook Group | Newsletter

www.thekidneydietitian.org

FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones

All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.

...more
51min
February 11, 2026 134 How Much Calcium Do I Need If I Eat A High Oxalate Food?
Melanie answers one of her most common questions. We know eating calcium helps reduce oxalate absorption. But, how much calcium do you need based on how much oxalate you eat? Melanie shares her thoughts. Blog: Calcium Sources For Kidney Stones

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FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones

All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.

...more
18min
February 04, 2026 133 What's Going On In Kidney Stone Research? Reflections from R.O.C.K
Melanie shares updates from the Research on Calculus Kinetics (ROCK) meeting last week. An overview of all the exciting research going on to make lives better for people with kidney stones.

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FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones

All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.

...more
28min
January 28, 2026 132 Plant Based Diets & Kidney Stones [w/ Dr. Shivam Joshi MD]
Dr. Joshi, a nephrologist at NYU Langone passionate joins Melanie to chat about all the ways more plant-forward diets are good for kidney stones - as well as what current fad diets are likely adding to the rise in kidney stones. Afternoon Rounds: Dr. Joshi's Website Zayed S, Goldfarb DS, Joshi S. Popular Diets and Kidney Stones. Advances in Kidney Disease and Health. 2023;30(6):529-536.

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FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones

All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
...more
50min
January 21, 2026 131 "I Feel Like I Have Nothing Left to Eat" - Let's Talk About It!
If you've EVER felt like there is nothing left to eat on a "kidney stone diet", or felt like giving up because you miss the joy eating SHOULD bring - this episode is for you!

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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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28min
January 14, 2026 130 Kidney Dietitian Review of the Dietary Guidelines
The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans were released last week. Melanie breaks them down and details what is in line with current research, and what is not, as well as how these new guidelines shape up for the kidney community. 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans PMID: 23927718

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Facebook Group / 322637672240954

Newsletter https://thekidneydietitian.ck.page/ki...

www.thekidneydietitian.org

FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones https://kidneydietitian.easywebinar.l...

All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.
...more
57min
January 07, 2026 129 Gut Health, Irritable Bowel Syndrome & the Low FODMAP Diet [w/ Jessie Wong MAcc, RDN, LD]
After last week's episode about how important gut health is, join irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and overall gut health expert dietitian Jessie Wong and Melanie for a fascinating discussion about the world of healthy eating and lifestyle for gut health.

IBS Dietitian website, Instagram, Facebook & podcast

FREE Guide to IBS for Patients

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FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones

All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.

...more
57min
December 31, 2025 128 Bowel Disease, Diarrhea & Kidney Stones
Dive into the world of gut health, malabsorption, diarrhea and kidney stones with Melanie in this fascinating episode.

Blog: Gastric Bypass & Kidney Stones

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FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones

All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.

...more
28min
December 24, 2025 127 Reflections From 2025 At The Kidney Dietitian
Melanie shares how The Kidney Dietitian has grown over the past year, her reflections, and goals moving into 2026. Sending a HUGE THANK YOU to each listener for their support!

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FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones

All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.

...more
23min
December 17, 2025 126 The 2-Minute Kidney Stone Pep Talk
Save this short and sweet episode for the next time you are feeling frustrated, anxious, nervous or sad about kidney stones!

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www.thekidneydietitian.org

FREE Webinar: The 3-Step Method to Prevent Kidney Stones

All information in this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and should not be used in place of advice from a medical professional.

...more
6min

FAQs about Eat Away Kidney Stones:

How many episodes does Eat Away Kidney Stones have?

The podcast currently has 135 episodes available.

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