Kidney Topics

ACE inhibitors and ARBs help protect your kidneys and heart. They lower blood pressure.

When you’re on the wait list for a kidney transplant, it helps to know about all the types of kidneys available. Learn about high KDPI and IRD kidneys...

Contrast dye is used in tests like MRIs and CT scans and can affect kidneys. Learn about the different types and what people with kidney disease need ...

Good nutrition helps people with kidney disease stay healthy. If your kidneys are not working so well, some changes in the diet help you feel better.

If you have CKD, limit protein if not on dialysis and increase protein if on dialysis. Consult a dietitian for your specific protein needs.

Learn about eGFR, a key indicator of kidney health. Understand what your eGFR means, how it's calculated, and steps to maintain healthy kidney fu...

Stage G4 CKD: Learn more about severe kidney function loss, symptoms, lifestyle changes, medications, and other steps to lower your health risks.

Stage G3b: Learn more about moderate to severe kidney function loss, symptoms, lifestyle changes, medications, and other steps to lower your health ri...

Stage G3a CKD: Learn about mild to moderate kidney function loss, symptoms, lifestyle changes, diet, medications, and other steps to manage and lower ...

Stage G1 CKD means eGFR of 90+ with kidney damage like albuminuria for 3+ months. Learn more about what this means and steps to improve your health.