The Kidney Function Reserve
The concept of Kidney Function Reserve (KFR), analogous to cardiac functional reserve in…
The adrenal-kidney connection
The human body functions as an intricate network, where each component plays its pivotal role. At…
The Woven Threads of Klotho: Unraveling the Role of Klotho in Kidney Health and Vascular Calcifications
In Greek mythology, Clotho, one of the three Fates, spun the threads of human life, intricately…
Redefining Kidney Care in the USA: Unleashing the Power of an Integrative Kidney Care for a Global Impact
Within the sprawling landscape of the American healthcare system, a critical issue clamors for…
Effects of EBV infection on the kidneys
Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is a human herpes virus that infects approximately 95% of the world's…
Understanding Ferroptosis: A Closer Look at Cellular Iron Imbalance and Glutathione Regulation
Programmed cell death is an important biological process. It removes damaged or unnecessary cells…
The Thyroid-Kidney Connection
The thyroid and kidneys are two vital organs in our body, and they play a crucial role in…
Accuracy of Hemoglobin A1c in CKD
Managing diabetes in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) can be challenging, particularly…
What Causes FSGS?
FSGS stands for Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, a type of autoimmune kidney disease…
Integrative Nephrology: A personalized Approach to Kidney Care
Integrative Medicine combines practices and treatments from alternative medicine with those of…
Effects of Glyphosate on kidney health
Glyphosate is a non-selective herbicide. This means that it can kill almost any plant that it…
The Amazing Proximal Tubules
Each kidney contains several tiny filtering units called the nephrons. The nephron has two major…
Monocyte-To-HDL RatioMonocyte-To-HDL Ratio
The monocyte-to-high-density lipoprotein (HDL) ratio (MHR) is a novel laboratory marker for…