A fasting-mimicking diet (FMD) restored kidney function in a rodent model and promoted renoprotection in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) by reducing proteinuria and improving endothelial ...

Adults with prediabetes were more than twice as likely as those with normal glucose levels to experience a faster decline in kidney function over time, according to new data from a long-term ...

Statins, which are prescription drugs that can reduce cholesterol levels and lower the risk for heart disease, don’t affect kidney function, new research shows. Investigators found that taking a ...

Statins, a class of cholesterol-lowering drugs, have no effect on kidney function, a research team has found. Statins, a class of cholesterol-lowering drugs, have no effect on kidney function, a ...

Kidney fibrosis, a silent threat, involves scar tissue replacing normal kidney tissue, gradually impairing function. Often undetected until advanced stages, it stems from conditions like diabetes and ...

Kidney function tests determine whether the kidneys are functioning typically or whether a person may need regular testing or further treatment. Many online companies design these types of tests for ...

Kidneys are one of the most important organs of the body, that filter waste and toxins, and keep us healthy. With age, poor lifestyle, alcohol abuse etc., our kidneys can sometimes turn weak, leading ...

A less intensive dialysis strategy is feasible for stable patients with acute kidney injury, but warrants further testing. A conservative vs conventional approach to hemodialysis may help ...

Depression and health problems: Is there a connection? It is estimated that more than 264 million people are affected by depression worldwide. As compared to temporary feelings of sadness, depression ...