Are you DONE with kidney stones?

I get it. You are sick and tired of:

● the pain

● endless stents, infections and hospitalizations

● living in fear of passing another stone

● feeling like you can't eat ANYTHING

● missing important life events

● useless advice from your doctor

● endless, confusing lists of what you "should" eat

This is me! I'm ready for REAL help. Put me on the waitlist!

I'm Here to Help!

A personalized, evidence-based approach

Most people with kidney stones don't get the help they deserve.

There is NO SINGLE "kidney stone diet" that works for everyone. Your 24-hour urine test holds the secret to why YOU are making kidney stones, and what YOU can do to stop them!

Imagine:

● No more living in fear of passing your next stone.

● No more food fear and Googling every single food you want to eat!

● Being able to confidently enjoy your favorite foods without fear of making another stone.

● THROWING AWAY those oxalate lists.

I want this for you too!

Proven Results

96% of students had NORMAL urine chemistry for at least one type of kidney stone after the course.

Students also saw improvements in urine volume*, sodium, potassium*, oxalate, citrate*, uric acid & magnesium.

*Indicates significant change (p<0.05). Data presented as a poster presentation at Research on Calculus Kinetics, January 2025. Publication to come.

Not just a course...

Kidney Stone Nutrition School is NOT just another online course you buy, learn something and never go back to.

It is designed for you to TAKE ACTION, actually ENJOY your food and NEVER have a kidney stone again!

In addition to the course itself, you get:

  • Community. All students have access to a students only community to learn from each other and quickly get questions answered by Melanie. We've worked hard to build a fantastic group for support lead by Melanie.
  • Lifetime Support. Kidney Stone Nutrition School is designed to be your forever go-to resource for every urology visit  and urine test. Reference the materials and Melanie as your health and urine test change over time.
  • Personalized Approach. There is no "one-size-fits-all" approach for kidney stones. Learn what YOUR 24-hour urine test reveals about what YOU can do to prevent stones. Focus on what ACTUALLY matters for YOU for effective prevention.
  • A Nationally Recognized Educator. Melanie Betz MS, RD, CSR, FAND is a well-respected speaker, researcher and educator in kidney stone nutrition. She is one of few kidney stone dietitians nationwide. Learn from one of the nation's top kidney stone specialists!


What Students Are Saying

Eating is a happier experience

Jim D.

"I feel much more relaxed. Before your course, eating had become so tense. It wasn't working. I was getting frustrated and scared. Eating is a much more relaxed and a much happier experience."

Listen to Jim!

Empowered!

Barbara A."

"I feel empowered after taking your course. I have resources from an expert and it covered all the bases and aspects of kidney stone nutrition. There are so many places I could revisit and I knew I could reach out to [Melanie] for help. I know I have the tools I need to rely on moving forward."

Listen to Barbara!

Incredibly valuable investment

Tammie S.

"Without question this class was an incredibly valuable investment in understanding every aspect of kidney stone development and prevention. The goals were achievable, the personal direction incredibly helpful and Melanie’s enthusiasm and support for the participants exceptional."

I threw away everything my doctor gave me

Michael

"My fear of kidney stones had me afraid to eat, and tempted by high bad-carb food just because it was low in oxalate. Through this diet I have learned how to balance my diet with healthy foods. Melanie's guides to food resulted in my throwing away everything I had been given by my doctor or found on the web, and instead using her easy to follow information. I also recommend the chats sessions as they are a good way to hear and learn from the struggles of others, but if they don't work for you the course is well worth taking on its own. Thank you, Melanie!"

If you are absolutely overwhelmed, take this course.

Kim

"If you are absolutely overwhelmed, take this course. Melanie will teach you everything about kidney stones and how to prevent future stones. She'll help you understand your lab work, what to eat, how to prepare it and when to eat it, how much and what fluids to drink, and everything else that will help prevent future stones. She gives you a TON of information. It is worth every penny."

How Does It Work?

What to expect in Kidney Stone Nutrition School

  • Immediate access to all recorded course lessons, including ALL video lessons, worksheets, recipes and meal plans. Watch the lessons at your own pace, at a time that works for you!

  • Ask questions in the Online Student Community for quick feedback from Melanie and other students

  • VIPs submit their 24-hour urine test results for feedback & join 3 monthly group calls with Melanie for even more support. Group calls are typically on the 1st Monday of the month at 4PM ET.

Course Outline

  • 1

    Week 1: The Science of Kidney Stones & Understanding Your Lab Results

    • Welcome!

    • All About Stones

    • Urine Chemistry Lesson

    • 24 Hour Urine Collections

    • Important Blood Tests to Know

    • Homework: My Urine Risk Factors Worksheet

    • Week 1 Meal Plan & Recipes
  • 2

    Week 2: Nutrition & Kidney Stones

    • Translating Urine Risk Factors to Nutrition

    • What to Do Without a Urine Test

    • Homework: My Nutrition Goals Worksheet

    • Translating Urine Risk Factors to Nutrition Cheat Sheet

    • Homework: "What Am I Eating Now?" Worksheet

    • Fluid

    • Calcium

    • Sodium

    • Protein

    • Fruits & Veggies

    • Added Sugar

    • Oxalate

    • Other Nutrition Factors

    • Citrate

    • Summary

    • Week 2 Meal Plan & Recipes
  • 3

    Week 3: How To Meal Plan & Eat At Restaurants

    • MyPlate

    • Meal Planning 101

    • Nutrition Labels & Tracking

    • Snacking

    • Favorite Meal Ideas

    • Restaurants & On-the-Go Meals

    • Kidney Stone Grocery List

    • Homework: Meal Planning Worksheet

    • Week 3 Meal Plan & Recipes
  • 4

    Week 4: Kidney Stone Culinary School

    • Recipe Modifications & Substitutions

    • How to Add Flavor without Salt

    • Add Calcium

    • Sneak in Produce

    • Try New Cooking Methods

    • Sweets & Desserts

    • Cooking For More Than One

    • Goat Cheese Cauliflower Cakes Demo

    • Spicy Shrimp Spaghetti Demo

    • Chicken Kabobs & Tzatziki Demo

    • Homework: Modify Some Recipes!

    • Week 4 Meal Plan & Recipes
  • 5

    Week 5: Healthy Eating for Other Health Conditions with Kidney Stones

    • Diabetes

    • Heart Health & High Cholesterol

    • Chronic Kidney Disease

    • Healthy Weight for YOU

    • Bariatric & Bowel Surgery

    • Vegetarian & Vegan Eating

    • Week 5 Meal Plan & Recipes
  • 6

    Week 6: How to Get Started - Motivation & Goal Setting

    • Where Do I Start!?

    • Goal Setting

    • Your Motivation

    • Healthy Relationship with Food

    • Thank You!

    • Homework: Goal Setting Worksheet

    • Week 6 Meal Plan & Recipes
  • 7

    Change Log

    • Change Log

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What type of kidney stones are covered?

    If you have calcium or uric acid kidney stones, this course will help you identify what YOUR urine risk factors are and how to target them with nutrition. There is no "one-size-fits-all" approach to kidney stone nutrition. If you have any other kind of stone, this course may not be the best for you, as nutrition usually has little to do with struvite or cystine stones.

  • I don't know what kind of kidney stones I have. Can I still take the course?

    Even if you didn't get your actual kidney stones analyzed, a 24-hour urine test will give you a pretty good guess as to what kidney of stone you had. And (even better!), this test will tell you what you can do to prevent stones them from happening again. In order to get the most out of the course, it is ideal to have results from at least one 24 hour urine test within the past year.

  • Is individual support included?

    The online community is an opportunity to ask Melanie questions directly, find support and get crystal clear on what kidney stone nutrition looks like for you. VIP students have the benefit of small group calls with Melanie. We are unable to offer direct 1:1 support due across-state licensing issues.

  • Do I need to have a 24 hour urine test?

    To get the most out of this course, it is ideal to have the results from at least one 24-hour urine test within the last year. However, students have told me they get a ton out of the course without a test as well! Because you have lifetime access to the course, you can always get a urine test later and go back and re-listen to videos to understand how to individualize your diet based on those results.

  • How much time does the course take?

    The course is not a huge time commitment! In total, the course includes about 7 hours of video lessons meant to be listened to over the course of 6 weeks. The beauty of recorded lessons is the ability to listen to them whenever it works for YOU. VIP students also have access to 3 monthly hour-long calls with Melanie.

  • How long can I access the course?

    All students will have access to the course and online community for as long as they are in existence! You'll also be able to access all future updates to keep up to date with research and any changes in recommendations!

  • What if I don't like the foods you recommend?

    As a dietitian, I NEVER tell people what you should eat. Instead, I am all about giving you the tools you need to build healthy meals using the foods you love! I focus MOST on what you SHOULD eat for stone prevention, rather than a list of "no's". I think focusing on what you should eat is a whole lot more helpful than what you shouldn't! Students are pleasantly surprised that they can actually eat WAY more foods than they thought they could!

  • I have diabetes (or high cholesterol, bariatric surgery, etc.) AND kidney stones. Will this work for me?

    It can be SO confusing to combine diets for multiple health conditions. During week 5 of the course, I highlight the similarities and differences between kidney stone nutrition and common other health conditions to help you combine those recommendations.

  • I have kidney disease. Is this right for me?

    Maybe. Healthy eating for kidney disease can be different than healthy eating for kidney stones. If you have kidney stones, you do not necessarily also have kidney disease - and vice versa. If you do NOT have a history of kidney stones, this course is probably not the best for you. I recommend checking out Jen Hernandez's Plant Powered Kidneys Course. If you have both kidney disease AND kidney stones, both courses would help you understand healthy eating for you!

Kidney Stone Nutrition School is for educational purposes only. Students will not be provided Medical Nutrition Therapy, or individualized nutrition recommendations. Kidney Stone Nutrition School should not be used in place of, or to delay, consulting a medical professional.

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