Melanie Betz MS, RD, CSR 🍉
@thekidneyrd
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Kidney stone dietitian. Passion = good food, MSU Spartans and evidence-based nutrition. Tweets are my own and not medical advice.
Chicago, IL
Joined January 2020
RT @Neph_Times: More #NKFClinicals interviews with Joel Topf? Yes! Look for conversations with dietitian Melanie Betz and Dr. Mini Michael….
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The carnivore diet "wellness" trend has brought a lot of attention to oxalate. Check out my review of "Toxic Superfoods", the mecca of misinformation about how fruits and veggies are "poisoning' us. #oxalate #carnivorediet #Carnivore.
thekidneydietitian.org
If you haven't heard of the book Toxic Superfoods by Sally Norton, I'd probably just skip this post. If you have read it, or heard Sally Norton speak, this one is for you! Toxic Superfoods
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Thank you @MensHealthMag & @66perristreet for including me in this amazing article with a FAV dietitian @langernutrition. The carnivore diet has no research to back it up & is likely to make health worse - including more kidney stones!. #carnivore #carnivorediet #keto #oxalate
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Thank you @SaraMoniuszko for highlighting me in this article! A question on MANY minds after our turkey feasts yesterday.
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Tired from your Thanksgiving feast? You're not alone. But is it the tryptophan in turkey that leads to our food comas? Here's what experts say.
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Honored to be a guest on this podcast! If you’ve ever told a patient to eat less potassium, definitely worth a listen!.
Confused about #potassium in #CKD? This episode of The Kidney Commute takes a closer look at the current potassium intake guidelines for CKD patients. 🔗 Catch the Episode: #CKDManagement #KidneyCare #DietaryGuidance . @bmtucker3 @thekidneyrd
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Thrilled to welcome @anniebelch to the Eat Away Kidney Stones Podcast to talk all things gut microbiome and kidney health!
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Podcast Episode · Eat Away Kidney Stones · 11/13/2024 · 43m
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RT @anna_zisman: Kicking off ASN with the Kidney Stone PreCourse! @lieske_john @thekidneyrd @lamanazzal @CalyaniGanesan #kidneywk h….
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One of the best take away from #kidneyweek early program on stone. Low oxalate diet is outdated.DASH diet has a ton of oxalate.Avoid extreme oxalate intake, but otherwise, let them eat a healthy diet. @thekidneyrd gave an amazing talk
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RT @CherylMussatto: Happy to have contributed to this @MensHealthMag article along with @thekidneyrd! Ninety percent of Americans are consu….
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💡DYK that if you have just ONE kidney stone, you have a 50-75% lifetime risk of forming another? This is UNACCEPTABLE when there is SO much we can do to prevent kidney stones. Make sure to join my FREE class next week!. Register:
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Thank you so much to @womansworldus for the quote in this article! A study found that cruciferous veggies lowered blood pressure more than other types. Remember, ALL veggies offer benefits. Quantity and variety are most important!. #bloodpressure
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Hey IL Dietitians! Make sure to check out the AMAZING line-up of speakers for National Kidney Foundation of Illinois fall conference!. Early bird registration ends 9/13 - so make sure to register today to save some💵!.
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The National Kidney Foundation of Illinois helps medical practitioners connect across the professional spectrum for a program of exhibitions, lectures, and collaborative learning.
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RT @NKF_NephPros: 🆕✨ Call for SCM25 Session Proposals! For the first time in history, we're inviting you to submit your session ideas for N….
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A HUGE thank you to @66perristreet and @TIME for interviewing me for this fantastic article about hydration!
time.com
Your ultimate guide to hydration.
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Ever wanted a complete guide to sodium in cheese? Look no further! Check out my newest blog post.
thekidneydietitian.org
The 7 best low sodium cheese options from a registered dietitian. Plus, tips for finding a healthy low sodium cheese overall!
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Yes! Unsweetened sparkling water is a fantastic option for kidney stones! Thank you @EatingWell for highlighting me in this excellent article.
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Many people love sparkling water, especially during warmer weather. But can it cause kidney stones? Here's what urologist and a kidney dietitian say.
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Unbelievable turnout for the 1/2 day preconference session about #kidneystones @nkf #nkfclinicals about kidney stones. Honored to be on the stage next to these incredible women! @UrologyRDN @anna_zisman
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Trilled to be highlighted in this amazing article by @angelahaupt in @TIME - You CAN stay hydrated even if you hate water!
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Add one glass per week, schedule nudges throughout the day, and add herbs to your water or ice cubes.
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I’ll be attending #controversiesinnephrology as a judge this year! Consider joining @NKFIllinois for this great learning and networking opportunity!.
Don't miss out! #ControversiesinNephrology is happening on May 9th. Join nephrology fellows for an evening of spirited debates and critical discussions. Register now at
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