Is ibuprofen before exercise risky?
Q: I often take a couple of over-the-counter ibuprofen before I go out for a jog to help the muscle aches afterward. I usually run for 45 minutes to one hour. Is there any danger? A: Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil, generics) is one of the many non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) primarily to reduce pain. These drugs […]
Eating for kidney health
Environmental Nutrition Newsletter Nearly one in seven American adults has chronic kidney disease (CKD), and millions more are at risk. “The incidence of CKD in the U.S. is definitely increasing,” says Michael Conrad, M.D., senior member of the Center for Kidney Care in New Jersey, “and since the major risk factors for CKD — diabetes, […]
Simple ways to prevent kidney stone recurrence
The Medicine Cabinet: Ask the Harvard Experts Q: I recently had a kidney stone. The pain was awful. Fortunately I passed it. What can I do to prevent another one? A: It’s so important that you are thinking about avoiding another one. In about half of people who have had one, kidney stones strike again […]
Eat wisely to protect your kidneys
Environmental Nutrition Newsletter Your kidneys work hard every day to filter out wastes from your bloodstream. Unfortunately, an estimated 20 million Americans have impaired kidney function, and many don’t even know it. Most people won’t progress to complete kidney failure, but kidneys that don’t work well raise the risk of high blood pressure, heart attack, […]
Pericardial constriction can have significant effect on kidneys
Mayo Clinic Q&A DEAR MAYO CLINIC: What causes pericardial constriction, and why does it make me swollen? Is there anything I can do to limit the swelling? ANSWER: Pericardial constriction is a condition with a variety of possible causes, including underlying medical conditions and may even result from certain medical treatments. Swelling, or edema, is […]
A few easy steps keep kidneys healthy
The Medicine Cabinet: Ask the Harvard Experts By Howard LeWine, M.D. Q: I recently had a blood test that showed my kidneys are not working like they used to. I have high blood pressure, but otherwise consider myself healthy. What can I do to help preserve my kidney function? A: Great question! Your situation is […]
