Understanding Kidney Disease: A Foundation for Health
Kidney disease occurs when your kidneys are damaged and can’t filter blood the way they should. This can cause waste to build up in the body and lead to other health problems, such as heart disease and stroke. Because the kidneys are responsible for balancing fluids, filtering toxins, and regulating blood pressure, their health is central to your overall systemic function. Primary Causes of Kidney Damage Most kidney damage happens slowly over many years. The most common culprits are:...
