Occupation and kidney stones
Kidney stones are often painful and, if left unaddressed, can lead to more severe conditions such…
Effects of Glyphosate on kidney health
Glyphosate is a non-selective herbicide. This means that it can kill almost any plant that it…
September Research and News
We combed through multiple medical journals looking for the latest research on the Integrative…
Proton Pump Inhibitors and Kidney Disease
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are a group of medications that suppress stomach acid production.…
The Amazing Proximal Tubules
Each kidney contains several tiny filtering units called the nephrons. The nephron has two major…
August Research and News
We combed through multiple medical journals looking for the latest research on the Integrative…
Homemade Almond Milk
In this new category, we will post once a month practical tips and tricks for healthy living with…
The Role of Kidneys in Sugar Balance
The levels of blood sugar (glucose) are heavily regulated. When we eat carbohydrates (carbs), we…
Cadmium and kidney disease
According to the CDC, 1 in every seven people in the US has CKD. The majority of risk factors for…
July Research and News
We combed through multiple medical journals looking for the latest research on the Integrative…
Five questions kidney patients should ask before taking a new medication
According to this study, kidney patients take more than nine medications daily. Some medicines are…
Monocyte-To-HDL RatioMonocyte-To-HDL Ratio
The monocyte-to-high-density lipoprotein (HDL) ratio (MHR) is a novel laboratory marker for…
CoQ10 Dosage for Kidneys
Often referred to as vitamin Q, Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a fat-soluble nutrient involved in making…
June Research And News
We combed through multiple medical journals looking for the latest research on the Integrative…
What Chemicals Can Cause Kidney Disease and Ten Steps To Avoid Them
If you’re wondering what causes kidney disease, environmental toxins play an important role.…
Inflammation in CKD
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a worldwide epidemic. Patients with CKD have a high rate of…
Dietary Oxalate and Kidney Disease: Is Dietary Oxalate Toxic to the Kidneys?
Mentioning a plant-based recipe or a plant food to chronic kidney disease patients often leads to…
Can Gum Disease Cause Kidney Problems?
Over 700 species of microbes reside in the mouth. As is the case for the gut microbiome, some…