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Hypertension is otherwise known as high blood pressure. Hypertension is the second most common cause of chronic kidney disease in the USA. It is also very common for people who develop chronic kidney disease for other reasons to also develop high blood pressure related to CKD. Needless to say, blood pressure is a huge component…
Hydrate for Your Kidneys: What to Drink — and What to Ditch When it comes to protecting your kidneys, what you drink matters just as much as what you eat. These hardworking organs filter waste, regulate fluid levels, and help balance minerals in your blood. This means that hydration and kidney health go hand in…
Get More Out of Your Workout: The Benefits of Exercising in Groups Becoming more physically active is one of the best ways to improve your overall health, but sticking with a workout routine on your own can be challenging. Fortunately, exercising with a partner or in a group offers multiple benefits that go beyond just…
How to Improve Your Health Through Community Engagement Engaging with your community isn’t just about lending a hand or raising awareness — it’s also one of the most powerful ways to improve your health, mentally and physically. Research consistently shows that participating in community activities offers benefits ranging from improved mood to better fitness. Community…
Hacks for Keeping Your Health-Related New Year’s Resolutions Every year, millions of us resolve to get healthier — lose weight, exercise more, or simply adopt a better lifestyle. Yet, statistics show that most of these lofty New Year’s resolutions fizzle out by mid-February. This often happens because we set unrealistic goals without a clear plan…
I didn’t know at the time, but my journey with kidney dialysis would eventually lead me to the Alabama Kidney Foundation. When I first started dialysis, it was a scary time for me. Before and after my transplant surgery, the Foundation was there for me to help cover the cost for doctor visits, transportation and medication. The organization was a true blessing to me when I didn’t have anywhere else to turn.