Tag: kidneys
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Scientists Explain 5 Things That Cause Swollen Feet (And How to Fix It)
Here’s what you should know if you deal with your feet swelling. Swollen feet, medically known as edema, can be uncomfortable and sometimes painful. While it’s often associated with prolonged periods of standing or sitting, several other underlying causes can lead to this condition. In this article, we delve into the science behind five common…
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7 Things That Cause Kidney Stones (And How to Prevent Them)
Did you know that around 10% of people in the US will suffer from kidney stones during their lifetime? In some countries, such as Saudi Arabia, as much as 20% of the population experiences kidney stones. Scientists believe this painful condition’s increasing incidence and prevalence is due to poor water intake, unhealthy eating habits, and…
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10 Habits That Damage Your Kidneys (Most People Ignore)
The kidneys perform a lot of important functions for the body’s health. They filter your blood, release hormones that give nutrients, absorb the minerals from the food and supplements you take, and produce the liquid that removes toxins from your body. The decline or damage to your kidneys might not manifest right away. In fact,…
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5 Foods That Are Toxic for Your Kidneys
Your kidneys are powerhouses that filter waste out of your body. Without them, your blood would become overloaded with toxins. Luckily, they’re hardy organs and very efficient, so much so that people can live with only one working kidney. If they’re always in a weakened state, however, you can become at risk for conditions like…
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7 Signs of Toxic Kidneys
Our kidneys are always at work. Day and night, they help eliminate toxins and waste products from the body. In addition to the key roles that kidneys plan in toxin and waste removal, they are also responsible for: Regulating the amount of fluid within the body Maintaining internal homeostasis (balance) is crucial to the health…
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10 Signs You May Have Kidney Disease
Kidney disease does not sneak up on you without warning signs being present. You need to know what to look for to catch it early and take action to prevent it from becoming a severe health concern. According to the National Kidney Foundation, one in three Americans is at risk for kidney disease. Over 26…