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Kidney Disease: Silent Signals and Best Foods | Dr. Sean Hashmi
Kidney disease can develop quietly. What should you ask when your blood work is labeled "normal" but your numbers are changing?
Kidney and obesity medicine specialist Dr. Sean Hashmi joins Chuck Carroll to discuss foamy urine, the role of urine testing, and why he pays close attention to trends in kidney function.
Then the conversation becomes deeply personal.
Dr. Hashmi explains why he tells patients struggling with obesity that it isn't their fault, how food can become a source of comfort through trauma, and why he wants to understand someone's "why" before prescribing another major lifestyle change.
Chuck reflects on his own journey from 420 pounds and the lunchtime walks that helped him build consistency.
In this episode:
- Recurrent foamy urine and questions to ask your doctor
- Kidney health, blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight
- Pain relievers and kidney concerns
- Muscle preservation during weight loss
- Five-minute walks, chair squats, and wall push-ups
- Substitution, realistic goals, and building trust with your doctor
- Why a lab result or a number on the scale should not define you
Dr. Hashmi also shares how losing his sister shaped his understanding of pain and human connection.
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This episode is not medical advice. Always speak with your doctor about any changes to your diet or lifestyle.
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