Healthy kidneys are vital to body function. More than 1 in 7 U.S adults suffer from chronic kidney disease, reports the CDC. People with or at risk for chronic kidney disease can make lifestyle ...

In patients with chronic kidney disease, the loss of podocytes—part of the kidney's glomerular filtration barrier—causes irreversible disease progression. So far, physicians and researchers have found ...

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, ...

ProKidney Corp., a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in North Carolina, is developing a first-in-class cell therapy ...

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

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 ...

When you have chronic kidney disease, a lower protein diet with plenty of plant-based proteins can help preserve kidney function. If you live with chronic kidney disease (CKD), you may need to make ...

We've all been warned that eating too much salt can lead to high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke. But scientists have warned that other organs could be affected by a high salt diet too. In a ...