How Managing Kidney Disease Can Improve Your Heart Health
A Two-Way Street Many patients are surprised to learn that chronic kidney disease (CKD) doesn’t just affect the kidneys – in fact, it puts a serious strain on the heart as well. This week, we consulted Dr. Yang to understand why. The risks, though correlated, only begin to pose an elevated threat once someone reaches […]
Understanding the Basics of the RAS System
As Blood Pressure Awareness Month continues, we thought it important to educate on one of the body’s key players in regulating blood pressure and supporting kidney health. The Renin-Angiotensin System (RAS) is often referred to as the “brain of the kidney” when it comes to balancing blood pressure, sodium, and fluid levels in your body. […]
Your Guide to Different Types of Kidney Disease
Did you know that each year, millions of people battle kidney disease? The National Kidney Foundation estimates that roughly 10% of the global population is affected by CKD in some capacity. In forwarding the dialogue around kidney health education, we collaborated with ANC’s Dr. Alec Otteman to break down different types of kidney disease and […]
