Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD 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 ...

When it comes to kidney health, what you drink matters just as much as what you eat. Whether you’re managing chronic kidney ...

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 ...

Let's be honest, you probably don't give your kidneys much thought, but they're your body's silent MVPs. They're your built-in filtration system, working 24/7 to clear out waste and keep everything in ...

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 ...

Note: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not approve supplements for safety or effectiveness. Talk to a healthcare professional about whether a supplement is the right fit for your ...

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a progressive condition in which the kidneys are damaged and can’t filter blood effectively. This can eventually lead to a buildup of waste and fluid in the body. In ...

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 ...

One out of every seven Americans has kidney disease, and millions more are at risk. Since symptoms of kidney disease don’t appear until the disease is quite advanced, nearly 90% of people with it ...

There are many things you can do during a dialysis session, such as practicing stress-relieving activities, napping, and connecting with loved ones. Not only can these activities support your overall ...

Living with chronic kidney disease requires constant awareness of what enters your body. While many turn to supplements for extra energy, immune support or general wellness, certain ones quietly place ...