What to know about passing a kidney stone

Kidney stones are an accumulation of chemicals or minerals that form in the kidney or ureter.

High blood pressure linked to zinc deficiency

A new study finds that zinc deficiency can play a role in high blood pressure. The researchers examine how zinc’s impact on the kidney might be to blame.

The kidney stone diet: Five foods to prevent them

What is a kidney stone and what is the kidney stone diet? Learn about foods that may prevent kidney stones and foods to limit with kidney stones.