Urinary tract infections usually occur when bacteria — most often Escherichia coli — infect the lower urinary tract. The ...

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD IgA nephropathy is a chronic kidney disease in which IgA antibodies accumulate in ...

Whether or not you study inside the toilet bowl, this anomaly can stand out. A doctor speaks to the common causes for oily ...

Proteinuria affects most people with complement 3 glomerulopathy (C3G). Protein in urine is one of the strongest indicators of disease progression. Reducing proteinuria can slow the progression of C3G ...

Protein recommendations for people in their 50s are similar to those for younger adults. People can determine how much protein they need based on their weight or caloric intake, though athletes will ...

The European Space Agency is exploring a few different concepts to improve nutrition for astronauts taking part in long-distance space missions. After beginning to investigate insect-based dietary ...

It's probably not the tastiest, but powdered protein you can grow in transit could help astronauts stay healthy on long-haul voyages. Share on Facebook (opens in a new window) Share on X (opens in a ...

Bilirubin is a yellowish substance created by the breakdown of red blood cells. Detecting it in your urine can be a sign of a health problem, such as liver or gallbladder disease. The detection of ...

Rhiannon Ingle is a Senior Journalist at Tyla, specialising in TV, film, travel, and culture. A graduate of the University of Manchester with a degree in English Literature, she honed her editorial ...

A new study shows that people with higher levels of the protein albumin in their urine are at increased risk of developing dementia. The study, led by researchers at Karolinska Institutet, is ...