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How to keep your kidneys healthy

June 26, 2014

Your kidneys filter your body's waste and then excrete it as urine. They also regulate your salt and fluid levels. Kidney failure can lead to poisoning as the body is no longer capable of releasing toxins. Changing your diet can do your kidneys a lot of good. Cutting down on meat and salt in favor of fruit and vegetables can help protect your kidneys from further damage.

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