Researchers are warning patients who have chronic kidney issues are ten times more likely to develop cardiovascular disease compared with the general population. Kidneys filter the blood of wastes and toxins, allowing them to be expelled through urine. There is
Can Vitamin K Reverse or Prevent Vascular Calcification in CKD?
Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin that is necessary for the clotting of blood and also plays an important role in building bone. Vitamin K is available from green leafy
New research is showing the value of increasing bone mineral parameters in people with chronic kidney issues, with the new study suggesting this may actually lower mortality. Kidneys filter the blood of wastes and toxins, allowing them to be
Phosphate and the Kidneys
Phosphorus is a common mineral found in high amounts in the bone. It is a mineral that combines with calcium to produce strong healthy bones. Besides, phosphorus is needed for many vital functions in almost
Kidney stones and Diet
Kidney stones also referred to as renal calculi, are very hard pebble-like deposits that form inside the kidneys. They are excruciatingly painful and most individuals seek immediate medical assistance. Besides the pain, if kidney stones are
Researchers are warning patients with lower serum bicarbonate levels while suffering from autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) are at increased risk of experiencing more kidney problems. Kidneys filter the blood of wastes and toxins, allowing them to
The Sun and Your kidneys
There is no doubt that sunlight does have health benefits. For the past 50 years, it has been well established that the best benefit of the sun is its ability to increase the body’s vitamin
A new study shows women are at a lower risk for chronic kidney disease (CKD) progression and all cause and cardiovascular (CV) mortality when compared to men. Kidneys filter the blood of wastes and toxins, allowing them to be expelled
Researchers have found more evidence proving those with first degree relatives who have kidney disease or more likely to come down with it as well. Kidneys filter the blood of wastes and toxins, allowing them to be expelled through urine.
Researchers have long seen chronic Kidney disease and gun disease together. Up until recently, however, they have not been able to determine the link between the two. Now, they are saying, an imbalance of the production of free radicals and
