The kidneys are two small bean shaped organs about the size of your fist located on either side of the spine below the rib cage. The proper functioning of these two organs are vital to your health and well being. What are the Functions of the Kidney? The kidneys main function is to regulate fluid […]
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High blood pressure afflicts many in our modern society. If you are over 40 it seems theres more chance than not that you will be affected by this condition. Often disease processes from the heart. As blood clots with fat and cholesterol blood moving through these arteries have less space to flow, resulting in increased […]
Glomerulonephritis is a serious and chronic kidney disease in which the glomeruli of the kidneys become inflamed. The glomeruli plays a role along with the nephrons, to remove wastes from the blood. The exact cause of glomerulonephritis is not exactly known, but the immune system, some researchers feel, can play a role in the destruction […]
Your two kidneys – the renal organs – are the master chemists of the body. They monitor the quality of the blood, separating out harmful substances from beneficial ones, acting not only as waste disposal units but also like sophisticated sieves that retrieve useful substances that slip through the holes. The kidneys maintain the internal […]
A cyst is a general term for a fluid-filled sac that forms in an organ or part of the body. Anorexia can be harmless, or filled with a variety of bacteria and lint. For less well-understood reasons, the kidneys are particularly susceptible to developing kidney stones, especially as one ages. But exactly how common are […]
The most important thing to remember about Kidney Disease is that your kidneys are not solitary organs. When your kidneys are harmed or begin to malfunction, other organs are severely affected, which is what makes Kidney Disease so dangerous. They kidneys themselves perform a vital function – removing wastes and toxins from the body via […]
Kidneys are essential organs that filter the body fluids and clean waste from the system. Chronic kidney failure is the gradual loss of the filtering ability of the kidneys. When kidney function is impaired, fluid and waste can accumulate in the body. There may not be many symptoms in the early stages of kidney disease, […]
There are a few different common causes of kidney pain. Although you should always see your doctor for any moderate to severe kidney pain, knowing what causes the pain in the kidneys can help you be better prepared for what you may be up against. Where is Kidney Pain Located? Before you can even know […]
Seminal emission is a condition that many men face, especially those living in the modern times, yet do not know much about the causes or have much confidence to ask their doctors. The common misconception is that it is caused by a certain STD. However, according to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), the condition is related […]
The kidneys aren’t an organ most of us think of very often, especially not when it comes to diet. The heart is a much more likely target for dietary considerations. However, what you eat can have an affect. Avocados: While the heart healthy monounsaturated fat of avocados might be healthy for your kidneys, the amount […]
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