May 6, 2026
When Should I Worry About Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)?
When Should I Worry About Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)? Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) can be a scary ...
Can Your GFR Improve? Understanding Kidney Function Changes Short answer = not usually. But sometimes, yes. Here is the longer answer. If you have been diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) or r...
Prediabetes – How to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes Prediabetes is a warning sign that you’re at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes. However, with lifestyle changes, you can prevent or delay its o...
When Should Someone With CKD See a Nephrologist? Medically Reviewed by Dr. Andrew Stein MD, Consultant Nephrologist (kidney specialist). Last updated: April 2026 If you or a loved one has been diagnos...
Can kidney disease cause skin rashes? Yes. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is linked to several skin rashes and conditions. Here are 10 rashes or conditions linked to kidney disease. 1. Dry skin Skin can...
Why My Urine is Foamy – and When to Worry Finding foam or ‘froth’ in your urine can be alarming, but in most cases, it is a normal physiological occurrence. This guide explains the s...
What is GFR (Glomerular Filtration Rate)? Medically Reviewed by Dr. Andrew Stein MD, Consultant Nephrologist (Hospital Kidney Specialist). Last updated: June 2026 This article explains glomerular filt...
Functions of the Kidneys 2: Fluid Balance Have you ever wondered why the kidneys are so important? One of their key roles is maintaining fluid balance, which helps keep blood pressure, circulation, an...
Functions of the Kidneys 6: Vitamin D Activation What do the kidneys have to do with vitamin D? Many people don’t realise that one of the kidney’s key roles is to activate vitamin D, which is essentia...
Functions of the Kidneys 5: Blood Cell Production and Erythropoietin (EPO) What do the kidneys do besides filtering waste? Many people are surprised to learn that the kidneys also play a key role in r...
Functions of the Kidneys 1: Waste Removal Have you ever wondered what your kidneys do and why they are essential for good health? One of the most important functions of the kidneys is waste removal, w...
