“Painful Kidney Stones” features Jerry Hickey explaining why these tiny mineral clumps cause such intense pain and what you can do to prevent them. He explores how dehydration, diet, and genetics contribute to stone formation, why drinking enough water cuts your risk, and how potassium and magnesium support kidney health. In this episode, you’ll get straightforward, evidence-based strategies to strengthen kidney health, reduce stone risk, and keep your mineral levels balanced for the long run.