Kidney stones are way more common than most people think, and if you’ve ever had one, you know how brutally painful they can ...

You should limit sodium to less than 2,300 milligrams daily to decrease fluid retention and blood pressure. Eat no more than 800-1,000 milligrams of phosphorus daily to prevent bone and heart ...

Every part of your body plays a role in your overall health, but your kidneys aren't always top of mind. In addition to removing waste from the body, these organs balance the water, salts and minerals ...

Kidneys work all day quietly. When kidneys struggle, toxins stay longer in the body and affect overall health. As per a ...

If you’ve ever experienced a kidney stone, you know it’s a pain so intense that many compare it to childbirth. If you haven’t, trust me — you want to keep it that way. These tiny crystalline ...

Q I was recently diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD), and my doctor recommended a kidney-friendly diet. What should I eat? — KJ, Winterville A Alexandra Stoll is a second-year Brody medical ...

Kidney stones are common and often recurrent. Diet plays a major role in prevention, with recommendations varying by stone type and individual risk factors.

Most people turn to fruits whenever they want to improve their health. The kidneys are, however, in need of some specific fruits to remain in proper shape. Your kidneys do so much work in regulating ...

Smoking isn't just bad for your lungs and heart; it's a direct assault on your kidneys.

In this Ask The Professor Q&A, David St-Jules, a registered dietitian and assistant professor in the Department of Nutrition, and Dr. John Westhoff, associate professor in the School of Medicine and ...

Often overlooked by many, potassium plays an important role in the body. It supports heart health, prevents kidney stones, ...

Q I was recently diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD), and my doctor recommended a kidney-friendly diet. What should I eat? — KJ, Winterville A Alexandra Stoll is a second-year Brody medical ...