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The kidneys are definitely one of the most hardworking organs in the body. Apart from filtering wastes and excess fluids, kidneys purify the blood, produce hormones and aids in various body processes.  When the kidneys are worn down, they become susceptible to kidney disease. Unfortunately, kidney disease causes irreversible damage to the kidneys. To keep the kidneys healthy without using …

When you think about hydrating the body and avoiding dry skin, the last thing that comes to mind is ingesting sea salt. But the thing with salt and water is that they have a strange connection, they work together to achieve a healthy body. The body is 70% water and around 10 tablespoons of salt. Salt and water are important …

High blood pressure is not a pleasant condition. In fact, if the high blood pressure is not controlled, it could lead to heart attack, stroke and even death. That is why while this high blood pressure is still manageable, it is best to keep it down for good. But how can you lower blood pressure? Do you need medication for …

In 2008 there were around 12.7 million new diagnoses of cancer worldwide. While the link between smoking and lung cancer is widely publicised, the choices we make in terms of what we eat and drink, and how active we are, can also influence our cancer risk. The World Cancer Research Fund estimates that one third of cancers could be prevented …