Chronic Kidney Disease and Pesticide Use
Razi Berry A commonly available pesticide has been associated with an increased risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in a University of Queensland study. Researchers analyzed links between pesticide exposure and the risk of kidney dysfunction in 41,847 people, using data from the USA National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). School of Public Health […]
Gout May Increase Risk of Advanced Kidney Disease
Razi Berry Patients with gout are at increased risk of chronic kidney disease and kidney failure, according to new University of Limerick (UL), Ireland led research. Increased risk of chronic kidney disease and kidney failure for patients with gout In one of the largest and most detailed studies ever conducted, patients recruited in general practice […]
Zinc Deficiency May Play a Role in Hypertension
Razi Berry Lower-than-normal zinc levels may contribute to high blood pressure (hypertension) by altering the way the kidneys handle sodium. The study is published ahead of print in the American Journal of Physiology—Renal Physiology. Zinc deficiency common in people with chronic illnesses Zinc deficiency is common in people with chronic illnesses such as type 2 […]
Unsurprisingly, Science Criticizes Soft Drink Consumption During Hot Weather
Razi Berry Soda consumption caused dehydration and kidney disease markers during manual labor New research suggests that drinking sugary, caffeinated soft drinks while exercising in hot weather may increase the risk of kidney disease.1 The study is published ahead of print in the American Journal of Physiology—Regulatory, Integrative and Comparative Physiology. Research team studied healthy […]
SLEEP: The Great Regulator of Health
A new study on linking quality of life to sleep duration in a population with chronic kidney disease speaks loudly to the importance of sleep for maintaining our mental and physical health.1 While the study states that sleep disorders are common in individuals with chronic kidney disease, it is well understood that sleep problems are […]
Heartburn Pills Aren’t Risk-Free
Proton Pump Inhibitors Inhibit Necessary Acid Dr. Alethea Fleming, ND Acid-blocking drugs called proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs) are one of the most commonly prescribed medications in this country (esomeprazole, or Nexium, is consistently in the top 5 every year) and are used to treat gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) or serious heartburn. They can be purchased over the […]
Why Does My Cat Vomit? A Holistic Perspective
Dr. Angie Krause, DVM, CVA, CCRT Is your cat a puker? If your cat never vomits, consider yourself lucky! Some veterinarians would say that it is normal for cats to vomit. As a profession, we now know that we have confused common withnormal. Cats vomit commonly. It’s not normal. Now, if you have a cat that vomits frequently make […]