Your kidneys filter blood, balance fluids and make hormones that are necessary for red blood cells and bones. Foods like leafy greens, tofu and flaxseed can support kidney health and help lower ...

Sodium reduction and appropriate protein intake are central nutrition strategies for slowing kidney stress and supporting ...

Your kidneys work nonstop to filter waste and keep your body balanced, but everyday food choices can make their job harder.

Kidneys work all day quietly. When kidneys struggle, toxins stay longer in the body and affect overall health. As per a report published by WHO, approximately 674 million people live with chronic ...

As a dietitian, I spend a lot of time talking about how food impacts our bodies, from our hearts to our guts. But one pair of organs often gets overlooked until there’s a problem: our kidneys. These ...

Kidney health is crucial for overall well-being, as the kidneys are responsible for filtering waste, balancing fluids, and regulating various bodily functions. However, factors such as poor diet, ...

The kidneys work around the clock to filter waste from the blood, regulate fluid balance, and maintain overall health. When early damage occurs, these vital organs can often heal and restore function ...

Most people turn to fruits whenever they want to improve their health. The kidneys are, however, in need of some specific fruits to remain in proper shape. Your kidneys do so much work in regulating ...

In this Ask The Professor Q&A, David St-Jules, a registered dietitian and assistant professor in the Department of Nutrition, and Dr. John Westhoff, associate professor in the School of Medicine and ...

For millions of Americans living with kidney disease, the simple act of grocery shopping can feel like navigating a minefield. While certain foods may seem healthy on the surface, they could be ...