Your kidneys do this automatically by passing your blood through millions of filtering units called nephrons, which have two main parts: the glomerulus and the tubule. The glomerulus is made up of ...

March is Kidney Disease Awareness Month, a time to focus on maintaining kidney health and preventing disease. Dr. Andy ...

SELECT was a large study focused on obesity and cardiovascular disease in people without type 2 diabetes, but it included kidney outcomes as a secondary end point. The data showed that semaglutide ...

Our kidneys do a tremendous amount of work. Every day, they filter about 150 quarts of blood, cleaning it of waste, toxins and extra water. They regulate how much fluid is in the body and balance our ...

Your kidneys and heart are closely connected, and CKD can increase your risk of heart issues. Learn how to notice signs of problems and potential treatments.

Kidney failure, also called end-stage renal disease (ESRD), is a condition where your kidneys are not functioning properly. Kidney failure occurs when the kidneys work at less than 15% of their normal ...

How much protein is safe? Find out from a nephrologist about the risks of excessive protein consumption.

Lifestyle choices like diet, hydration, exercise, and smoking habits can significantly impact kidney health and function.