Are there important genes that, if you have a family history of heart disease or kidney disease, you should know about? We think so! Below, I cover the five top genes that we think are important to know in the prevention and management of heart and kidney disease. From decades in clinical practice, we see…
Acetyl-L-carnitine (ALCAR) is a naturally occurring amino acid derivative that plays an important role in energy production in the body. Its primary function is to transport fatty acids into the mitochondria of cells, where they are oxidized to produce energy in the form of ATP. However, in recent years, research has revealed a number of…
Kidney disease is a complex condition that affects millions of people worldwide. One of the key factors that contribute to the development and progression of kidney disease is the regulation of phosphorus in the body. Phosphorus is an essential mineral that plays a critical role in many cellular processes, but excessive levels of phosphorus in…
Niacinamide, also known as nicotinamide or vitamin B3, is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a vital role in many biological processes in the body. It is an essential nutrient that our body needs but cannot produce on its own, so we need to obtain it from our diet or supplements. Niacinamide is a precursor to…
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) and chronic kidney disease (CKD) are major health problems affecting millions of people worldwide. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), CVD is the leading cause of death globally, responsible for approximately 17.9 million deaths annually, while CKD affects around 10% of the world’s population. Both CVD and CKD share many common…
Terminalia Arjuna & CKD Terminalia arjuna, also known as Arjuna, is a plant that is widely used in Ayurvedic medicine to treat various ailments, including kidney disease and cardiovascular disease. Recent scientific research has been conducted to explore the potential benefits of T. arjuna on kidney and heart health, and the findings are promising. Chronic…
What is Nitric Oxide? Nitric oxide (NO) is a colourless gas that has been found to help dilate blood vessels and stimulate certain hormones such as insulin and human growth hormone. It has also been found to exert numerous effects on the kidneys, heart and vasculature. Reduced NO has been associated with aging, kidney, cardiovascular…
What are Oxalates? Oxalic acid is an organic compound found in many plants, including leafy green vegetables, cocoa, fruit, sweet potato, currants and spinach just to name a few. Generally, the oxalate content in plants is at its highest in the leaves followed by the seeds then at its lowest in the stems. The concentration…
Both vitamins K and D are fat-soluble nutrients, both of which play a role in calcium metabolism. Vitamin D deficiency (VDD) is widespread and has become a major healthcare issue. The prevalence of VDD is estimated to be more than a billion people worldwide. It has been reported that in individuals with CKD, VDD is…
An overall incidence and prevalence of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) are expected as we see the prevalence of obesity and diabetes increase throughout the world. We now know, risk factors associated with NAFLD are also associated with the development of chronic kidney disease (CKD). Research has found, patients with NAFLD are at a higher…
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