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Can too much vitamin C lead to kidney stones?

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In this episode, Jeff Sarris and Jill Harris discuss the relationship between vitamin C and kidney stones, exploring how excessive intake of vitamin C can increase the risk of kidney stones, particularly in men. They emphasize the importance of a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables over supplements, and provide practical dietary recommendations for kidney stone prevention. Additionally, they share natural strategies to boost the immune system, highlighting the significance of hydration and overall lifestyle choices.

Takeaways

  • Too much vitamin C can increase kidney stone risk.
  • Men are more affected by vitamin C than women.
  • Citrate levels in women may protect against stones.
  • A healthy diet is more effective than supplements.
  • Fruits and vegetables boost immune system better than pills.
  • Stay hydrated to reduce kidney stone risk.
  • Low citrate levels can lead to higher stone risk.
  • Vitamin C supplements should be approached with caution.
  • Natural sources of vitamin C are preferable.
  • Regular check-ups and urine tests are essential for prevention.

00:00 Introduction to Vitamin C and Kidney Stones
05:41 Dietary Recommendations for Kidney Stone Prevention

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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.

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In this episode, Jeff Sarris and Jill Harris discuss the relationship between vitamin C and kidney stones, exploring how excessive intake of vitamin C can increase the risk of kidney stones, particularly in men. They emphasize the importance of a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables over supplements, and provide practical dietary recommendations for kidney stone prevention. Additionally, they share natural strategies to boost the immune system, highlighting the significance of hydration and overall lifestyle choices.

Takeaways

  • Too much vitamin C can increase kidney stone risk.
  • Men are more affected by vitamin C than women.
  • Citrate levels in women may protect against stones.
  • A healthy diet is more effective than supplements.
  • Fruits and vegetables boost immune system better than pills.
  • Stay hydrated to reduce kidney stone risk.
  • Low citrate levels can lead to higher stone risk.
  • Vitamin C supplements should be approached with caution.
  • Natural sources of vitamin C are preferable.
  • Regular check-ups and urine tests are essential for prevention.

00:00 Introduction to Vitamin C and Kidney Stones
05:41 Dietary Recommendations for Kidney Stone Prevention

——

HAVE A QUESTION? _
Leave us a voicemail at (773) 789-8764.

KIDNEY STONE DIET® APPROVED PRODUCTS

WORK WITH JILL _

SUPPORT THE SHOW _

——

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.

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