What to know about kidney cleanses

Kidney cleanse programs typically involve restricted diets or consuming only water and juice for several days. Supporters claim that these programs can cleanse the kidneys and promote better health. However, there is little scientific evidence to support these claims.

What foods are good for kidneys?

Foods that are beneficial for kidney health include dark leafy greens, berries, and apples. Foods to avoid include high-phosphorous foods. Learn more about foods that are good for the kidneys here.

Satisfying thirst and the kidneys: the importance of drinking water

Although drinking water is overlooked as a way of keeping healthy, many people forgo its benefits every day. We take a look at how drinking enough water helps the kidneys function.

Protecting your kidneys through healthy eating

A healthy diet may help protect the kidneys, according to two studies presented at ASN Kidney Week 2014 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA.

Study suggests a little wine may be good for your kidneys

Moderate wine consumption could help keep the kidneys healthy, and may protect the heart in patients who already have kidney disease, according to new findings presented here at the National Kidney…

FDA may need to reconsider what levels of domoic acid in shellfish and fish are safe

A chemical that can accumulate in seafood and is known to cause brain damage is also toxic to the kidneys, but at much lower concentrations. The findings, which come from a study appearing in an upcoming issue of the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology (JASN), suggest that officials may need to reconsider what levels of the toxin are safe for human consumption.

Are The Kidneys Damaged By Low-Carb Diets?

Low-carbohydrate, high-protein diets – like the Atkins diet – have been popular among dieters for years.

Do Low Carb Diets Damage The Kidneys? Probably Not

Low carb diets, such as Atkins, which are popular for people who want to lose weight, have been found not to cause any noticeable harm to the kidneys, researchers from Indiana University School of Medicine reported in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology…