In this episode, Jill discusses the role of lemon juice in passing kidney stones. She addresses common misconceptions about lemon juice and its effectiveness in kidney stone prevention. Jill emphasizes the importance of understanding individual citrate levels and the need for a 24-hour urine collection. She also highlights the significance of advocating for oneself and taking action to prevent kidney stones.
Takeaways
Lemon juice alone will not help pass kidney stones; it is the excess fluids, particularly water, that aid in the passage of stones.
Lemons can be useful in kidney stone prevention if citrate levels are low, as citrate acts as a natural stone inhibitor.
It is essential to have a 24-hour urine collection to determine if lemons or other interventions are necessary for kidney stone prevention.
Taking action and making lifestyle changes are crucial for preventing kidney stones, and having a supportive community can make a significant difference.
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This podcast is designed to entertain and inform — not provide medical advice. Always consult your doctor before starting any treatment.
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WHO IS JILL HARRIS? _Jill is a nurse and health coach that specializes in educating patients on kidney stone prevention. For more than 25 years she's helped patients understand that kidney stones can be prevented with the right treatment plan. It's one thing to be told to lower oxalate or drink more water, but HOW do you do it? That's where she comes in. Through the educational resources at kidneystonediet.com, stone formers can learn everything they need to know to significantly lower new stone risk.
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