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Introduction Eating a balanced diet from the right sources of nutrients is the best way to ensure that you get the nutrients your body needs to function well. This includes foods that are rich in protein, fat, and carbohydrates. It also includes foods that contain a range of nutrients, such as whole grains, fruits, and […]
Introduction Nutrition is very important in our daily lives. To maximize the amount of nutrient we take in; we need to eat foods that are very nutritious. That is the essence of complete nutrition: essential nutrients your body needs is made readily available for use. Nutrition is determined by what you eat and drink. It […]
Kidney failure also known as chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a condition in which the kidneys lose function over a period of months to years. At first, there are usually no symptoms; but as the disease progresses, people may experience fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and weight loss. This article explains the stages of kidney failur: diagnosis, […]
The pressure exerted by blood against the walls of blood vessels is called blood pressure (BP). This pressure is largely a result of the heart pumping blood through the body. There are two major factors that contribute to BP: the pressure of the blood in the arteries and the pressure of the blood in the […]
Benefits of Antioxidants Antioxidants are vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals that help keep the body healthy and protect it against disease. They play a key role in the body’s defence system and are vital for general wellbeing. Antioxidants are found in a wide variety of foods and beverages, including fruits and vegetables, meat, fish, whole grains, […]
