Introduction Cardiovascular diseases are one of the leading causes of death all over the world. Out of these, the biggest risk factor is high blood pressure or hypertension. Hypertension occurs…
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Contributed by: Healthians Team Introduction Have you ever heard that your kidneys aid in making vitamin D in your body? Most probably, Not. Since the time we are learning about…
Contributed by: Healthians Team Introduction Your kidneys are important because they act as the filter system of the body. They work with the rest of your organs to help you…
Introduction Kidneys are bean-shaped and fist-sized organs located below the rib cage on each side of the spine. They perform several crucial functions to support your overall well-being. A few…
Contributed by Healthians Team Introduction Urine excretion is the body’s natural process of removing waste. The process is carried out by the kidneys, which help purify the blood by removing…
Contributed by: Healthians Team Understanding the importance of healthy kidneys Kidneys are one of the most vital organs located right below the rib cage in the lower back. They are…
Contributed by: Healthians Team Introduction Ever wondered how toxic substances are flushed out of the body even when you’ve not made any special efforts? Well, such important roles are played…
Contributed by: Healthians Team Kidney stones are firm deposits of minerals and acid salts that cling together in concentrated urine. Nephrolithiasis is the medical terminology used for kidney stones. They…
Contributed by: Healthians Team The kidneys are one of the most important organs in the human body forming the renal system and tasked with filtration of blood, removal of waste…
Contributed by: Healthians Team Chronic kidney disease is often referred to as chronic renal disease, chronic kidney failure, or chronic renal failure that occurs when kidneys get damaged and stop…
Contributed by Healthians Team What is a blood urea nitrogen serum test? A blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test is used to determine how well your kidneys are working. It measures…
Contributed by -Healthians Team You are born with two kidneys, both on each side of your spine at the bottom of your rib cage. They may be small, but they…
Contributed by – Healthians Team Can you dissolve 10 spoons of sugar in just half a cup of water? That’s impossible because the quantity of fluid is too low for…
Did you know that your kidneys filter about 170 liters of blood every day? Probably not, but, that’s not the only thing kidneys do. These bean-shaped organs which are about…
Contributed by – Healthians Team Kidneys are a pair of bean-shaped organ positioned on either side of the spine, below the ribs and behind the stomach. Although small in size…
Contributed by – Healthians Team Kidney problems are no stranger. We all have a loved one or someone we know suffering from some kind of kidney problem. Kidney disorders have…
Contributed by – Healthians Team Did you know that almost 15 % of people in India suffer from kidney stones. Are you one of them? Kidneys play such a major…
Are your kidneys healthy? To enjoy good health, it is important for the kidneys to work well. Kidneys help cleanse your blood, remove toxins from the body and also control…