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Key Takeaways Each daily cup of coffee is linked to approximately 6% lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes, with 2-4 cups showing 20-30% lower risk compared to non-drinkers. Coffee protects the liver, with regular drinkers showing 20-30% lower risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and reduced liver fibrosis. The benefits apply to both regular and decaffeinated coffee, but added sugars and syrups can completely negate these protective effects. Overview The Diabetes Conn

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.

As a board-certified nephrologist and wrestling parent, I've seen the long-term consequences of poor hydration habits. Here's what every...

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...

Think potatoes are off-limits for weight loss? Science says you might be wrong. If you've been avoiding potatoes because you think...

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...

Low-calorie sweeteners (LCS), also known as non-nutritive or artificial sweeteners, have become a go-to option for people looking to...

Struggling to Stay Motivated to Exercise? Your Gut Might Be to Blame You’ve set your fitness goals. You know the benefits. But somehow,...

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...

The Truth About Alternative Sweeteners: What Science Really Says About Diabetes, Weight Loss, and Your Health If you've switched from...