Kidney Disease Symptoms & Information

Types of Kidney Diseases

Kidney Stones (Renal Calculi, Nephrolithiasis) Pronounced: REE-nul KALK-you-lie by Diane SavitskyEn Espaol (Spanish Version)More InDepth Information on This Condition DefinitionKidney stones are pieces of a stone or crystal-like material that form inside the kidneys or urinary tract. The kidneys are two bean-shaped organs located in the lower back. Their main function is to remov...Read more

Diets to Help Kidney Diseases

Low-Oxalate Diet by Maria Adams, MS, MPH, RD What Are Oxalates?Oxalates are naturally-occurring substances found in plants, animals, and humans. The kidneys excrete oxalates into the urine. Why Should I Follow a Low-Oxalate Diet? Eating a diet low in oxalates can reduce your risk of developing kidney stones . Kidney stones sometim...Read more
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