Thursday, November 20, 2014

Organizations and Supporting Groups

Many kidney stone organizations and institutes support the research and education of kidney stone disease. Listed below are some organizations that you or your loved one can interact with to better inform, educate, and learn about the research being done on kidney stones and diseases. When it comes to you and your kidney stones, you are not alone! There are many organizations and research being done to better diagnose and treat kidney diseases.

Click on the names of each organization to open the website and learn more!

The National Kidney Foundation is the leading organization in the U.S dedicated to the awareness, prevention, and treatment of kidney disease.


On this website you can contact a patient information center and speak with a trained professional who can offer support if you or your loved one is affected by kidney disease. Listed on the website, are many prevention methods you can take to check for any risks, and tools to educated yourself on kidney issues.

Take the quiz and find out if you are at risk for kidney disease, and what steps you can take to reduce your risk! Click here to take the quiz!



An image of the website for the IKSI
The International Kidney Stone Institute (IKSI) is a charitable organization affiliated with Methodist Hospital and Indiana University School of Medicine. It is a major center for independent evaluation of the safety and effectiveness of stone disease treatments.

On this website, you can learn more about kidney stones, research initiatives, global news and forums on stones, and even donate to the institute.




A video from IKSI



Most importantly, if you or your loved one is experiencing any symptom or signs of a kidney stone, it is best to contact a physician or urologist. 

The Urology Care Foundation is committed to promoting urology research and education to improve patients' lives.

The Urology Care Foundation offers an on-line directory service for patients to use when searching for an urologist near you.




No matter what, never feel alone, and take care of your health to ensure a happy, long lasting life!















Sources;

International Kidney Stone Institute. (n.d.). Retrieved November 20, 2014, from http://www.iksi.org/about/

The National Kidney Foundation |. (n.d.). Retrieved November 20, 2014, from https://www.kidney.org/

Urology Care Foundation The Official Foundation of the American Urological Association. (n.d.). Retrieved November 20, 2014, from http://www.urologyhealth.org/urology/findurologist.cfm

Friday, November 7, 2014

Healthy Guidelines

Hydrate

Drinking plenty of water is the best measure you can take to avoid kidney stones. Stay hydrated, especially when engaging in exercise or activities that cause a lot of sweating.

Limit caffiene to 300 mg per day & tea.
One cup of tea has 40-80 mg of caffiene, and an 8 oz cup of coffee has 60-150 mg of caffiene.


When life hands you kidney stones...Make lemonade!

Studies show that limeade, lemonade and fruits high in natural citrate offer stone-prevention benefits. However, beware of high sugar levels because it can increase your risk.



Oxalate

Most kidney stones are formed when oxalate binds to calcium while urine is produced by the kidneys.
Eat and drink calcium and oxalate-rich foods together during a meal. This will allow binding and make it less likely to form a stone.


Calcium

Don't reduce calcium because it is important for your body. Instead, work to cut back on the sodium 
in your diet and to pair calcium-rich foods with oxalate-rich foods.

Food Sources of Calcium
Gruyere Cheese, 1 oz.
Mozzarella Cheese, 1 oz
Cheddar Cheese, 1 oz.
Yogurt, 1/2 cup
Macaroni & Cheese, 1/2 cup
7² Homemade Waffle, 1
Vanilla Ice Cream, 1 cup
Ice Milk, 1 cup
American Cheese, 1 oz
Ricotta Cheese, 1/4 cup
287
207
204
200
200
179
176
176
174
167
Instant Oatmeal, 3/4 cup
2% Cottage Cheese, 1 cup
Broccoli, 1 stalk
Pizza, 1 slice
Milk, 1/2 cup
Buttermilk, 1/2 cup
Baked Custard, 1/2 cup
Pudding, 1/2 cup
Blackstrap Molasses, 1 T
Instant Nonfat Dry Milk, 2 T
163
155
150
150
150
150
149
146
137
105

Limit meats and seafood

Cut down on high-purine foods.
Daily exercise can prevent kidney stones from appearing!
Limit your intake to a maximum of 150-225 g per day.
One serving of cooked meat, fish, or poultry is 75 g.

Limit Sodium

Buy fresh or frozen unprocessed foods and meats instead of breaded, seasoned, or cured.
Replace added and table salt with low sodium herbs, spices, seasonings, and flavorings.
Limit canned foods and fast foods.
  
Sample Menu For Kidney Stones
Calcium or Calcium Oxalate Stones
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Grapefruit juice 1 cup
cereal 3/4 cup
skim milk 1 cup
scrambled eggs 1
white toast 2 slices
margarine 2 tsp
coffee 1 cup
water 1 cup
white meat chicken 2 oz
wheat bread 2 slices
iceburg lettuce 1 cup
oil/vinegar dressing 1 Tbsp
cantaloupe 1 cup
lemonade 1 cup
sugar cookie 1
water 1 cup
baked haddock 3 oz
white rice 1/2 cup
peas 1/2 cup
margarine 2 tsp
dinner roll 1
apple 1
animal crackers 16
water 1 cup

This Sample Diet Provides the Following
Calories
1805
Fat
51 gm
Protein
81 gm
Sodium
1821 mg
Carbohydrates
261 gm
Potassium
692 gm






Sources:

Kidney Stone Diet. (n.d.). Retrieved November 7, 2014, from http://gicare.com/diets/kidney-stone-diet/

6 Easy Ways to Prevent Kidney Stones. (2011, April 1). Retrieved November 7, 2014, from https://www.kidney.org/atoz/content/kidneystones_prevent

Healthy Eating Guidelines for People with Kidney Stones - HealthLinkBC. (n.d.). Retrieved November 7, 2014, from http://www.healthlinkbc.ca/healthyeating/kidney-stones.html