Between 2013 and 2015, there has been some upward movement in the percentage of people who access social networks across many emerging countries. This is especially the case in China, where 63% of internet users report using social networking in 2015, up from 48% in 2013.
Background. 1  Carbonated beverage consumption has been linked with diabetes, hypertension, and kidney stones, all risk factors for chronic kidney disease. Cola beverages, in particular, contain phosphoric acid and have been associated with urinary changes that promote kidney stones.
Many nephrologists continue to prescribe sodium bicarb, also known as baking soda, to individuals with PKD, unaware that this can promote a higher incidence of kidney stones for individuals with PKD. Due to the inherent nature of PKD, unfortunately sodium bicarbonate increases kidney stone formation.