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What are Renal Failure Symptoms?

The kidneys are vital organs. Humans seem to be able to survive without one kidney, but they cannot live with both. The kidneys are responsible for maintaining the stability of electrolytes, eliminating toxins from the body, and can trigger the removal or preservation water among other functions. If kidney disease develops without medical treatment, it is very common for death to occur. The body makes…
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What are Sports Supplements good for?

Sports supplements are products used by athletes to improve their performance. These supplements are available on the market as energy bars, sports drinks, and energy gels. These products include amino acids, vitamins and herbal extracts, minerals, and plant extracts. Supplements may also contain fiber such as psyllium and guar gum, enzymes, and other hormone-mimicking compounds. Since time immemorial, these ergogenic products were used by athletes.…
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What are the Effects of Being Obese?

Obesity (or excess body fat) is often caused by eating too many energy-rich foods and not enough exercise to burn off calories. According to the World Health Organization, around 2.3 billion adults worldwide will be overweight in 2015 and more than 700 million will be obese. Obesity can have serious consequences for your health and increase your risk of developing life-threatening diseases. Because it is…
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What to eat if I have Arthritis?

We both suffer from osteoarthritis at Bill and Sheila’s Cookbook. I have severe knee problems. Sheila is suffering from severe arthritis in her fingers, wrists and shoulder joints. Although medication can be helpful, there are always side effects. We both needed a diet that would reduce inflammation in our joints, and, consequently, the pain. Let's first define arthritis. There are many types of arthritis. Osteoarthritis…