Kidney Health & CKD Management

Are coffee creamers damaging your kidneys? Learn which additives to avoid and how to keep your coffee kidney-friendly. Evidence-based guide.

Is coffee safe for your kidneys? New research on coffee and chronic kidney disease challenges what many people have been told for years. A growing body of evidence suggests that moderate coffee intake may actually protect kidney function — not harm it. As a board-certified nephrologist, I've watched the science evolve significantly since I first covered this topic four years ago. Several major studies have since emerged with larger data sets, genetic insights, and clearer pro

For decades, the transplant community has asked a single question: can a pig kidney keep a human alive long enough to matter? In 2025, we finally got an answer. Multiple patients in the United States and China survived more than six months with gene-edited pig kidneys functioning inside them — crossing a threshold that changes how we think about xenotransplantation and the future of kidney failure treatment. Key Takeaways Multiple humans have now lived more than six months wi

Board-certified nephrologist shares the exact 5-step action plan for IgA Nephropathy treatment based on KDIGO guidelines and clinical trials.

Learn about IgA nephropathy treatment options including SGLT2 inhibitors, Nefecon, and Sparsentan. Evidence-based guidance from nephrologist Dr. Sean Hashmi

Learn which 3 lab values predict kidney failure in IgA Nephropathy and how to track them. Evidence-based guidance from nephrologist Dr. Sean Hashmi.

By Dr. Sean Hashmi, MD, MS, FASN - Board-Certified Nephrologist and Obesity Medicine Specialist Marcus* sat across from me three weeks...

By Dr. Sean Hashmi, MD, MS, FASN - Board-Certified Nephrologist and Obesity Medicine Specialist The Patient Who Changed Everything Last...

By Dr. Sean Hashmi, MD, MS, FASN - Board-Certified Nephrologist and Obesity Medicine Specialist Ten days of green smoothies put a healthy...

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a silent health issue affecting millions worldwide. Many people are unaware of its symptoms, risk...

Part 4 of our Kidney Protection Series You diligently check food labels for sugar and calories, but have you ever checked for lead and...

The Hidden Crisis of Chronic Kidney Disease Did you know that nearly 1 in 7 adults in the United States —around 15% of the population...

Every human kidney tested in 2024 studies contained plastic particles—not most kidneys, every single one. The Shocking Reality We Can No...

Part 2 of our Environmental Kidney Threats Series Healthy 25-year-old adults are going into kidney failure after just one harvest season....

Kidney disease is a serious health concern that affects millions of people worldwide. It silently progresses, often leading to...

Part 1 of our Hidden Environmental Kidney Threats Series You carefully watch your salt intake, drink plenty of water, and manage your...