People with Type 2 diabetes should be concerned with their kidney function, but current testing is woefully insufficient. A new tool is changing everything.

Keeping your kidneys healthy is one of the most important things you can do for your overall well-being, yet many Americans don’t give their kidneys the attention they deserve. Your kidneys work ...

Creatinine is a byproduct of muscle metabolism and under normal circumstances, the kidney's filter creatinine from the blood and pass it out of the body in the form of urine. If the kidney function ...

Baseline kidney function could help identify who is at greater risk for developing chronic kidney disease following cisplatin treatment.An analysis of more than 9,000 patients treated with cisplatin ...

Your daily habits like skipping water to overusing painkillers, can cause long-term damage to your kidneys. Nephrologist shares simple and powerful shifts to protect your vital organs before it’s too ...

Red bell peppers is a food low in potassium, which is a key consideration for many people with kidney disease, while being incredibly high in other essential nutrients. These peppers are an excellent ...

A recent study finds that the constipation medication lubiprostone can positively impact kidney function. Here's what you need to ...

Here, dietitians and doctors share the best foods for kidney health—including apples, blueberries, and more—that support kidney function and promote health.

IgA nephropathy may shorten life expectancy. The kidney disease may reduce how long you live by about 10 years.