Sleep deprivation and kidney disease have been found to increase the risk of each other. New research was conducted on women and found that those who slept five hours a night or less had a 65 percent higher risk of developing kidney disease. To complete the study researchers examined the sleep habits of thousands of ...click here to read more
Researchers from the Mayo Clinic have found that the existence of troponin T (cTnT) – a protein – in the blood could be an early predictor of kidney disease. This is the first time that a specific protein has been discovered that can be sought out to uncover heart damage. Furthermore, this protein can also ...click here to read more
Restless leg syndrome has been found to increase the risk of stroke, heart disease and kidney disease. Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a condition that causes a person to feel an overwhelming urge to move their legs when in an inclined position (laying down). Tingling, aching and itching sensations may occur as well. Restless leg ...click here to read more
Researchers have found a means for faster kidney stones disease analysis with a method developed using Raman spectroscopy. Kidney stones are often explained as being the most painful sensation a person can endure. They result from hardened mineral deposits within the kidney. If small enough, a doctor will advise you to simply pass them through ...click here to read more
For good cardiovascular health and renal health you need a proper sodium potassium balance in your diet. Balanced sodium and potassium levels have been shown to lower blood pressure and lower your risk of heart disease, heart attack and stroke. Unfortunately, the typical American diet contains too much sodium, which can lead to an unbalance ...click here to read more
There are a number of chronic kidney disease risk factors, but a lot of nutritional research shows that a chronic kidney or CKD diet that takes sodium and potassium intake into careful consideration, can make a big difference in keeping kidneys healthy. Just under 30-million Americans suffer from chronic kidney disease. It’s an ailment that ...click here to read more
A once unknown protein, referred to as TMIGD1 protein could help lower the rate of kidney failure from kidney disease, easing pain for millions and significantly slashing healthcare budgets. Researchers at Boston University discovered that TMIGD1 (transmembrane and immunoglobulin containing 1) is involved in protecting cells – known as epithelial cells – from injury. These ...click here to read more
Unlike kidney stones, which are solid stone-like forms, kidney cysts are fluid-filled pouches. Although a kidney cyst is generally non-cancerous and harmless, some of them can be associated with kidney disorders which can lead to complications. There are two different types of kidney cyst: polycystic kidney disease (PKD) and simple kidney cysts. PKD is a ...click here to read more
Our two kidneys are vital organs that perform many powerful functions. Most people know that they remove waste products and excess fluid from our body, but they also release hormones that regulate blood pressure, produce an active form of vitamin D, and control the production of red blood cells. Everything we put in our bodies ...click here to read more
Don’t we all like an easy fix for medical problems? Well, here’s one that doesn’t involve popping a pill (I try to steer people on a more natural path) but should have you lacing up those walking shoes in no time. New research from China Medical University Hospital in Taiwan is showing real promise. The ...click here to read more
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