Tag: diabetes

What is the evidence to support the use of herbal therapies for diabetes?

Background Diabetes is a complicated but common endocrine disorder with high global prevalence. 415 million individuals worldwide were estimated to have diabetes in 2015. Type 2 diabetes (T2D) accounts for most of the cases.1 Patients may seek to manage their diabetes with both prescribed medications as well as alternative therapies. There are several over the counter (OTC) products that are […]

Chronic Kidney Disease- Complications and Treatments

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In order to understand chronic kidney disease (CKD), we first need to think about how the kidneys maintain homeostasis. Some vital functions of the kidneys are listed below: 1. Excretion of excess/harmful substances (e.g. drugs!) 2. Regulation of fluids, electrolytes, and blood pressure 3. Secretion of: Renin (part of the renin angiotensin aldosterone system- RAAS) Erythropoietin (for RBC production in […]