Pain in your side or back can make you want immediate relief. Before reaching for a “kidney cleanse,” though, it is important to know whether the pain is coming from a kidney and what is causing it. A muscle strain, kidney stone, infection and troublesome kidney cyst can all lead to different decisions. Some need … Read more
Dialysis can reshape an ordinary week. Appointments, tiredness, food decisions and the need to protect a dialysis access may affect plans that once felt simple. It makes sense to look for ways to feel better between treatments. Food you enjoy, suitable movement, relaxation and support from other people can all be worth discussing with your … Read more
If a blood test shows a lower eGFR or a urine test shows protein, it is natural to wonder whether your kidneys are “inflamed.” Sometimes inflammation is part of the diagnosis. Sometimes the problem has another cause. You cannot tell which from a creatinine result alone, and there is no single anti-inflammatory food, tea or … Read more
A kidney cyst discovered on a scan can sound alarming, especially if the report gives its size in centimetres or mentions more than one cyst. The first thing to establish is what kind of cyst the scan shows. A simple kidney cyst often causes no symptoms and needs no treatment. A cyst that has unusual … Read more
When someone is diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD), it is understandable to look for ways to take an active role in their health. In India, that search may lead to Ayurveda: perhaps a practitioner, a familiar food practice or a bottle promoted for kidney support. The important question is not whether an approach is … Read more
Exercise can seem complicated when you have chronic kidney disease (CKD). Will a walk help? Are weights safe? What if you receive dialysis or have a transplant? Many people with kidney disease can benefit from regular physical activity, but the best routine is one that suits their current health, treatment, and physical ability. You do … Read more
A bottle labeled “kidney support” can seem like an easy response to a high creatinine result. You may also wonder whether you need extra vitamins because your kidney diet limits some foods. These are two different questions. A clinician may recommend a supplement to address a specific nutritional need or CKD complication. No over-the-counter supplement … Read more
A urine report showing “protein positive” can be difficult to interpret. You may feel well, yet worry that your kidneys are leaking something your body needs. It is understandable to look for an Ayurvedic treatment, especially if traditional approaches are familiar to you. No Ayurvedic formulation has been established as a reliable treatment for proteinuria. … Read more
If you have chronic kidney disease (CKD), the possibility of dialysis may sit quietly at the back of your mind. Every lower eGFR result can make it feel closer. There are meaningful steps that may slow kidney damage and reduce the risk of kidney failure, but no food, herb, or routine can guarantee that you … Read more
When someone says your kidneys are failing, it is natural to look for every possible option. You may hear that an Ayurvedic formulation can “clean” the kidneys, lower creatinine, and help you avoid dialysis. No Ayurvedic remedy has been shown to replace the kidney filtering provided by dialysis or a transplant. Some everyday practices associated … Read more