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Kidney Function: Is the 'cleaning machine' working properly? Is dirt getting collected in the body? Be alert after seeing these symptoms

If the kidney is not working properly, it cannot remove extra sodium and fluid from the body. Accumulation of these two elements in the body causes swelling in the feet, ankles or under the eyes. How ...
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How to keep your kidneys healthy – and how to spot when things are going wrong

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Kidney trouble stays hidden until it’s too late: 7 warning signs to spot now, what you should do next & diet tips to protect them

Kidneys filter about half a cup of blood every minute, removing waste and excess water to make urine. They are among the body’s most vital organs, also helping to remove acid, maintain the balance of ...