Almost 18% of severely obese adolescents show signs of abnormal kidney function, according to new research presented at the National Kidney Foundation's 2014 Spring Clinical Meetings. The kidneys, located in the back of abdomen are organs in the body which function to remove water and waste products. They also produce important hormones such as erythropoietin, Vitamin D, and … [Read more...]
Foods That Help Avoid Kidney Stones
A kidney stone is a hard mass that forms from crystals in the urine. For most people, natural chemicals in the urine keep stones from forming and causing problems. Different Types of Kidney Stones calcium oxalate Calcium phosphate stone Uric acid stone Diet changes and medical treatment are individualized based on the type of stone, to prevent … [Read more...]
Enhancing Kidney Function Through Yoga
Yoga asanas can go a long way to help maintain and stimulate the healthy flow of fluids in the body, which can improve kidney function and revitalize energy in the second chakra. The fluids might vary from synovial fluids of the joints to the fluids of the lymphatic system as well as a healthy level of blood and urine production. The two kidneys in a healthy individual … [Read more...]
