Kidney/Liver Health
Alkaline Diets Reduce Risk of Kidney Failure
Low acid diets that emphasize alkaline fruits and vegetables have gained attention in the diet of the day world, but critics cited a lack of scientific evidence. The evidence is growing that low acid diets may indeed have significant merit for kidney health. An estimated 26 million people in theRead
Mediterranean-Style Diet & Kidney Function
Adhering to a Mediterranean-style diet may significantly reduce the risk of developing chronic kidney disease, according to a study in the most recent Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology (CJASN). Chronic kidney disease is a growing epidemic, and while there has been significant progress in protecting against kidney
Serum Bilirubin Concentrations and Chronic Kidney Disease
Introduction The association between serum bilirubin concentrations and CKD is controversial and conflicting studies show opposing results. This study as presented in the slideshow, shows that higher serum direct bilirubin levels were significantly associated with a lower risk of the development of CKD, even when considering a variety of
