Wellness LetterStay WellGot Questions About Your Kidneys? We Have Answers

Expert Q&A

Got Questions About Your Kidneys? We Have Answers

Expert advice from nephrologist Mario Corona, M.D.

MARCH IS NATIONAL KIDNEY MONTH

Chronic kidney disease involves the progressive deterioration in the kidneys’ ability to filter the bl...


Dr. Mario Corona is a nephrologist in Berkeley, California, and a member of the Wellness Letter editorial board.

  • September 23, 2022
    Moderate Exercise = Healthier Kidneys

    If you’re sedentary, ramping up the exercise to just a moderate level may go a long way in keeping your kidneys…

  • Antioxidants
    January 23, 2023
    Got Gallstones?

    The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ that sits under and is connected to the right lobe of the liver. It stores…

  • April 8, 2022
    CoQ10 for Statin-Related Muscle Pain?

    I started taking a statin a few weeks ago and have been experiencing more musculoskeletal pain than usual. Could it be…

Related Articles

Marijuana and Sleep

Marijuana and Sleep: A Good Night’s Buzz

A good night’s sleep can feel even more elusive as we age. Many people turn to sleeping aids or alcohol to help them fall...
10,000 Steps

How Many Daily Steps Do You Really Need?

Despite years of hype, the popular health goal of walking 10,000 steps a day may not be necessary after all, according to an analysis...