In developed countries where unhealthy diets, obesity and sedentary lifestyles rule, chronic kidney disease is becoming increasingly common. In the United States alone, CKD has increased 30% over the last decade.
Today, kidney diseases are the ninth leading cause of death in the U.S. Heart disease is Number One.
If you have been diagnosed with heart disease, the health of your kidneys may be the last thing on your mind. But if your heart isn’t working properly, your kidneys may be affected, too. Heart disease is a risk factor for progressive loss of kidney function, a condition called chronic kidney disease (CKD). “It’s a […]
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