Type 2 diabetes

Contrast Dye and Diabetic Kidneys: What You Need to Know

If you have diabetes and need a CT scan or angiogram, your doctor may mention concerns about contrast dye and

Finerenone (Kerendia): A New Non-Steroidal Option for Kidney Protection

For decades, the mainstays of kidney protection in diabetes have been ACE inhibitors and ARBs. Recently, a new class of

NSAIDs and Diabetes: Understanding the Kidney Risks

For a headache or a sore muscle, reaching for a common over-the-counter pain reliever like ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) or naproxen

Hydration and Diabetes: How Much Water is Key for Kidneys?

We often hear about the importance of staying hydrated, but for people with diabetes, it plays a particularly crucial role

Blood Pressure Targets for Kidney Health: How Low Should You Go?

If high blood sugar is the kindling, high blood pressure is the gasoline that fuels the fire of diabetic kidney

World Kidney Day: Protecting Your Filters for Life

Every year on the second Thursday of March, the world recognizes World Kidney Day. It’s a global campaign aimed at

Spring Vegetables: A Guide to the Best for Blood Sugar

As the weather warms, farmers' markets and grocery stores begin to overflow with fresh, vibrant spring vegetables. Eating seasonally is

Daylight Saving and Blood Sugar: Managing the Disruption

The twice-yearly shift for daylight saving time can feel like a minor inconvenience for most, but for people with diabetes,

International Women's Day: The Unique Challenges of Diabetes in Women

Diabetes affects men and women differently. Hormonal fluctuations across the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and menopause create unique blood sugar management

SGLT2 Inhibitors for Kidney Protection: A Powerful Tool

Alongside GLP-1 agonists, the other superstar class of medications for kidney protection in diabetes is the SGLT2 inhibitors. Drugs like