Five Simple Steps to Improve Sleep For Kidney Health

Sleep disorders are very common in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). They have been…

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Diet and Lifestyle Modifications in PKD

- 2021 Update Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is the most common inherited kidney disease affecting…

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Polycystic Kidney Disease Genetics

Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is the most common inherited kidney disease affecting one in 800…

Genetics and Kidneys

Genetics of the Gut-Kidney Connection in Kidney Stones – Beyond the Microbiome

Kidney stone formation is a complex disorder influenced by multiple factors including diet,…

Stress and Kidney Health

Stress and kidney health

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is rapidly becoming a global health problem. The prevalence of CKD…

Clinical genetic testing

Clinical Utility of Genetic Testing for Kidney Transplant Evaluation

Genetic testing for patients with kidney disease can have a remarkable impact on their care. The…

Phosphorus

Dietary Phosphorus and Kidney Health

One of the most harmful nutrients to the kidney is phosphate.  Yet, the body needs phosphate for…

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FAQs About Genetic Testing for Kidney Disease

Genetic testing for patients with kidney disease can have a tremendous impact on their care. The…

The Many Benefits of Exercise for CKD

The Many Benefits of Exercise for CKD

Exercise may be one of the most underutilized yet effective interventions for the prevention and…

Genetic testing

Genetic testing in kidney disease

Current evidence suggests that genetics play a role in the development of kidney disease. Common…

lead exposure and kidney health

Lead Exposure and Kidney Health

About 700,000 individuals are affected by chronic kidney disease (CKD) throughout the world. In…

Genetics of Chronic Kidney Disease

Genetics of Chronic Kidney Disease

Perhaps the most significant advance in kidney disease in the past few years was the use of…

Yoga and Meditation for Kidney Health

Yoga and Meditation for Kidney Health

It is well-established that yoga and meditation provide numerous health benefits. In previous blog…

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The Gut-Derived Uremic Toxins

The kidneys are considered the filtration system for various byproducts and toxins. Chronic kidney…

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How I Managed to Improve my Sleep

I have suffered from an acute sleep disorder for many years. My sleep issues began with difficulty…

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Implementing Lifestyle Modifications for Kidney Health

Lifestyle modifications are crucial in our integrative approach to kidney health. They are one of…

The Brain And Implementing Lifestyle Changes

The Brain And Lifestyle Changes Implementation

Lifestyle modifications are crucial in our integrative approach to kidney health. They are one of…

Very Low Protein Diet for Kidney Health

Very Low Protein Diet for Kidney Health

High intake of animal protein has been associated with an accelerated decline in kidney function…