Attention Plano / North Dallas Seniors: March is National Kidney Month
The National Kidney Foundation is urging all Americans to give their kidneys a second thought and a well-deserved checkup.
About the Kidneys:
The kidneys are two, fist-sized organs in your lower back. They maintain overall health through the following functions:
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Filtering waste out of 200 liters of blood each day.
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Regulating of the body's salt, potassium and acid content.
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Removing of drugs from the body.
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Balancing the body's fluids.
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Releasing hormones that regulate blood pressure.
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Producing an active form of vitamin D that promotes strong, healthy bones.
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Controlling the production of red blood cells.
The National Kidney Foundation site serving the Plano / North Dallas area has local event and services information for Plano / North Dallas residents.
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