In this conversation, Jeff Sarris and Jill Harris discuss the validity of the kidney stone diet, emphasizing its scientific foundation and real-life effectiveness. They debunk myths surrounding the diet, share patient testimonials, and explain the goals of the diet that help prevent kidney stones. The discussion highlights the importance of hydration, calcium intake, and other dietary adjustments, while also addressing the accessibility of resources for those seeking to prevent kidney stones.

Takeaways

• The kidney stone diet is based on scientific research.
• Dr. Fred Coe is a key figure in kidney stone prevention.
• The diet includes goals for hydration, salt, calcium, sugar, meat protein, and oxalate.
• Many patients report positive outcomes, including reduced kidney stone formation.
• The diet is not just for kidney stone formers; it promotes overall health.
• Fear of pain motivates patients to adhere to the diet.
• The kidney stone diet was created to attract attention to important health goals.
• The diet can lead to weight loss without calorie counting.
• Patients have successfully reduced or eliminated medications through dietary changes.

00:00 Is the Kidney Stone Diet a Scam?
02:47 The Science Behind the Kidney Stone Diet
06:09 Real-Life Impact and Patient Testimonials
08:52 Understanding the Goals of the Kidney Stone Diet
11:48 Final Thoughts and Resources

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WHO IS JILL HARRIS? _
Since 1998, Jill Harris has been the #1 kidney stone prevention nurse helping patients reduce their kidney stone risk. Drawing from her work with world-renowned University of Chicago nephrologist, Dr. Fred Coe, and the thousands of patients she's worked with directly, she created the Kidney Stone Diet®. With a simple, self-guided online video course, meal plans, ebooks, group coaching, and private consultations, Kidney Stone Diet® is Jill's effort to help as many patients as possible prevent kidney stones for good.