The Dr. Ardis Show Podcast

The Dr. Ardis Show | Protecting your Kidneys | Episode 03.11.2026

Mar 11, 2026
A deep dive into what's driving kidney disease, from infections and stones to drug-related harm. Discussion of how common blood pressure and kidney drugs can cause problems. Exploration of natural compounds like black cumin, vitamin D, selenium, and NAC for urinary and kidney support.
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INSIGHT

Many Common Drugs Are Linked To Kidney Stones

  • A 2024 Frontiers review listed the 30 drugs most commonly reported to cause kidney stones; examples include Humira, PPIs, antibiotics, GLP‑1s, and statins.
  • Dr. Bryan Ardis highlights widely used drugs can increase kidney stone risk.
ADVICE

Ask If Your Medication Raises UTI Or Stone Risk

  • Check your prescriptions for drugs linked to urinary tract infections or kidney stones (e.g., metformin, PPIs, HCTZ, statins, levodopa, Viagra).
  • If you have recurrent UTIs or stones, discuss medication review and alternatives with your clinician.
INSIGHT

Black Cumin Seed Oil Shows Broad Antibacterial Activity

  • Nigella sativa (black cumin seed oil) shows antibacterial activity against E. coli, Staph aureus, Klebsiella and Pseudomonas in vitro.
  • Dr. Bryan Ardis presents this as the key ingredient in his Nature Wins BioDefense product for urinary pathogens.
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