Kidney dialysis patients need to pay special attention to their diet and lifestyle to manage their health effectively. Dialysis helps remove toxins and excess fluid but requires a balanced intake of ...

During National Kidney Month this March, Fresenius Medical Care North America (FMCNA), the nation's leading network of dialysis facilities, partnered with Chef Aaron McCargo, Jr., of Food Network's ...

Immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN) happens when immunoglobulin A (IgA) antibodies build up in kidney filters, potentially causing inflammation, scarring, and chronic kidney disease (CKD). Lowering ...

Kidney stones are painful mineral deposits that form in the kidneys and can cause severe discomfort when passing through the urinary tract. While genetics and medical conditions play a role, lifestyle ...

You might want to increase your protein intake to cater for protein losses. Ensuring you have enough protein will also go a long way in helping maintain blood pressure in between dialysis sessions — a ...

With chronic kidney disease (CKD), eating more protein than your kidneys can handle can raise waste products in your blood and strain kidney function. If you are not on dialysis, a low protein diet is ...