The kidneys play a pivotal role in maintaining our overall health by filtering waste products, excess water, and other impurities from our blood. These substances are stored in the bladder and later ...

Staging the severity of chronic kidney disease CKD (Stages 1-5) began in 2001 when nephrologist Andrew Levey introduced the concept at the annual Spring Clinicals meeting of the National Kidney ...

Over 5 years, one group received pharmacologic treatment as usual, another used 2 to 4 cups of daily fruits and vegetables as treatment, and a third took oral capsules of NaHCO 3, or baking soda (to ...

CKD's rising mortality rate prompts the need for a kidney-friendly lifestyle. Controlling sodium intake is crucial to reduce pressure on the kidneys. Opt for fresh, unprocessed foods and use herbs and ...

There are surgical interventions to treat kidney stones, but when it comes to prevention, diet may be key. One new study finds that a diet rich in plant-based foods and low-fat dairy may help decrease ...

You know where your brain and your lungs are located and, chances are, you don't need anyone to tell you why you need them. But Tony Eglert, president of the National Kidney Foundation of the National ...

We’ve all scoured the internet for weight loss secrets. But just because the scale drops doesn’t mean your body’s on board. Just look at the carnivore diet. The eating plan — which involves consuming ...

MARSHFIELD, Wis. (WSAW) - The month of March is National Kidney Month. Its purpose is to bring awareness to kidney health and encourage people to learn about kidney disease. In the U.S., 37 million ...