Alpha-lipoic acid prevents kidney stones in mouse model of rare genetic disease

Alpha-lipoic acid, a dietary supplement widely available to consumers, prevented stone formation in a mouse model of cystinuria, a rare inherited disease that causes recurrent formation of painful…

Reducing salt intake may help protect kidney patients’ heart and kidney health

New research indicates that reducing sodium intake may provide kidney and heart benefits for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD).

Why Is My Urine Bright Yellow? Colors Changes and Causes

Abnormal urine colors have many causes, but what are they and what signs should be looked for? Learn why urine changes and when to seek medical advice.

Eating more fruits and vegetables cut kidney patients’ medicine expense in half

People with kidney disease who added more fruits and vegetables to their diet had improved blood pressure and cut their medicine expenses nearly in half compared to those who were treated with a…

Researchers propose new treatment to prevent kidney stones

Modifier appears to dissolve crystals of the most common kidney stone.Researchers have found evidence that a natural fruit extract is capable of dissolving calcium oxalate crystals, the most…

Red meat consumption linked to kidney failure

The number of kidney disease cases is steadily rising. Breaking research finds a strong link between increased red meat intake and end-stage renal disease.

Vitamin pill could prevent heart attacks and strokes in people with kidney disease

The first patients have begun receiving treatment in a new clinical trial to find out if vitamin K can improve heart and blood vessel health in people with chronic kidney disease (CKD).

Investigating the link between probiotics and the health of female astronauts

Two Western University researchers are making the case for the use of probiotics for female astronauts to avoid serious health complications on long space missions.

Cranberries help urinary tract infections, but not as juice

Cranberries contain PACs, which help prevent urinary tract infections.

Polycystic kidney disease: a diet dividend

What if polycystic kidney disease (PKD) could be combatted with a strategy as simple as dieting?

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