Imagine experiencing flu-like symptoms and getting the news that your condition is actually far more serious. That was the case for ... Read More
Chronic Kidney Disease
5 Things to Know About Blood Pressure Before It’s a Problem
Blood pressure is more than just numbers your doctor writes on a chart. To explain it, Dr. Shawna Nesbitt, medical director of the ... Read More
Eat These Fruits, Your Kidneys Will Thank You
Eating a rainbow of fruits and vegetables is common advice, but how many are you actually consuming on a regular basis? what fruit is good ... Read More
Foamy Urine: The Symptom You Should Pay Attention To
After going to the bathroom, ever look back and see what your urine looks like? Sure, we've all done it from time to time, but what do you ... Read More
9 Ways To Take Better Care of Your Kidneys
Your kidneys probably aren’t getting enough attention. Most of the 26 million American adults that have kidney disease don’t ... Read More
5 Ways To Preserve Your Kidneys
According to a review published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, approximately 30 million Americans – about 15 ... Read More
Here’s Why Kidney Disease Affects Black People Differently
According to the National Kidney Foundation, Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney failure in African Americans. African Americans are ... Read More
Smoking May Put African Americans At Higher Risk For Kidney Damage
Cigarette smoking — a universal health hazard — may particularly damage kidney function in African-Americans, according to new research in ... Read More