Credit: iStock Scientists who study physiology and in other biomedical research fields—including anatomy, biochemistry, pathology and pharmacology—network, collaborate and communicate about the latest research at the American Physiological Society (APS) annual meeting at Experimental Biology (EB). This week’s post explores how a virtual model may help prevent kidney damage in Black adults in the U.S. Thousands of physiologists from … Continue reading How a Virtual Model May Help Prevent and Stop Kidney Damage in Black Adults
Kidney Health
Baking Soda, Body Fat and Blood Tests: Research from the APS/ASN Renal Conference
If you don’t know what “renal” means, you’re probably not alone. The main organs of the renal system—sometimes thought of as our personal plumbing system—are the kidneys and bladder. The renal system gets rid of waste through urine and helps regulate blood pressure. Current research shows that renal health relies on many other body systems … Continue reading Baking Soda, Body Fat and Blood Tests: Research from the APS/ASN Renal Conference
Spotlight On: Your Kidneys
Most people don’t think about the function of their kidneys daily, but these essential organs are very important. The main job of the kidneys is to regulate the transport of water, salt, blood and nutrients in the body, while removing waste—through urine—that is no longer needed. Each day, these two bean-shaped, fist-sized organs filter about … Continue reading Spotlight On: Your Kidneys
Type 2 Diabetes and You: It’s Complicated
People in the U.S. continue to eat diets high in saturated fat and get little exercise. And more and more of them are being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. While many people with diabetes make lifelong lifestyle changes to control their blood sugar, others may not understand that eating too much sugar when they have … Continue reading Type 2 Diabetes and You: It’s Complicated
Desperately Seeking Kidneys: New Future for the Treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease?
The kidneys are an important pair of organs responsible for filtering water and waste out of the blood to produce urine. They help regulate blood pressure and produce hormones that the body needs to function properly. Kidney disease is often considered a silent disease because there are usually no detectable symptoms in the early stages. … Continue reading Desperately Seeking Kidneys: New Future for the Treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease?
Kidney Trouble Could be a Downstream Consequence of the Flint Water Crisis
The water crisis in Flint, Mich., highlights the toxicity of lead. While the most publicized consequence of lead exposure are the long-term effects on developing brains, this toxic metal also damages the kidneys of adults and children. The people of Flint face a number of long-term health risks related to their current lead exposure, including … Continue reading Kidney Trouble Could be a Downstream Consequence of the Flint Water Crisis
Over 50 Percent of School-Age Children in the U.S. Are Dehydrated: Why Should We Be Alarmed?
The fluid in our body is water mixed with minerals and nutrient particles. Balancing the amount of mineral and nutrients to water level ensures that our body works properly. A recent study found that more than half of U.S. children between six and 19 are not drinking enough water. What are the health consequences if … Continue reading Over 50 Percent of School-Age Children in the U.S. Are Dehydrated: Why Should We Be Alarmed?
Water: Can You Get Too Much of a Good Thing?
Water is arguably the best drink on Earth. Drinking water provides undisputable benefits to humans, other animals and plants. We know it’s possible to overwater a plant, but what about us humans? Can we drink too much water? And is it worse to be over-hydrated or under-hydrated? “Many, many more people die from over-hydration than … Continue reading Water: Can You Get Too Much of a Good Thing?