A high acid diet may have negative effects on kidney health

Meat-rich diets linked with increased risk of developing kidney failure in patients with chronic kidney diseaseHighlights Among patients with chronic kidney disease, patients who consumed…

Blood pressure-reducing diet may also diminish kidney stone risk

A diet high in fruits, vegetables, legumes and nuts, moderate in low-fat dairy products, and low in animal proteins, refined grains and sweets may reduce risk for developing kidney stones, according to a new study published in the National Kidney Foundation’s American Journal of Kidney Diseases.

Diet and physical activity may affect one’s risk of developing kidney stones

Even small amounts of physical activity may decrease the risk of developing kidney stones, according to a study appearing in an upcoming issue of the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology (JASN).

Study finds vitamin D does not contribute to kidney stones

Increased vitamin D levels may prevent a wide range of diseases, according to recent studies. However, some previous studies led to a concern that vitamin D supplementation could increase an individual’s risk of developing kidney stones…

Kidney Stone Risk Associated With Long-Term Vitamin D And Calcium Intake

A new study presented at The Endocrine Society’s 94th Annual Meeting in Houston reveals that calcium and vitamin D supplements are linked to high levels of calcium in the blood and urine, which could raise the risk of developing kidney stones. Lead investigator, J.