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PH Human Body

Most diseases, illnesses, and bad bacteria thrive in an over acidic environment. When pH levels are unbalanced, it is mostly in the case of being too acidic. This causes the body to borrow crucial minerals from organs, bones, and tissue to try and neutralize the acid and remove it from the body. Over acidity weakens all systems and can be seen in acute symptoms such as yeast/fungi overgrowth (candida among others), chronic fatigue, slow elimination, hormonal concerns, premature aging, free radical damage (may lead to cancerous mutations), weight gain, bladder and kidney damage such as kidney stones, diabetes, joint pain, and lactic acid build up.

Acidosis (to much acid)

Respiratory Acidosis - Not enough Carbon Dioxide removed from lungs. Symptoms: extreme sleepiness, fatigue, confusion, headache. Effects: asthma, emphysema, pneumonia Toxins: Narcotics, Sleep Medicine, Brain and Nervous Disorders

Metabolic Acidosis is a buildup of acid in the body that originates in the kidneys. Symptoms: nausea, vomiting, and extreme tiredness. Effects: lack of sodium bicarbonate in your blood, lack of insulin, (ketoacidosis), buildup of lactic acid, kidney failure. Toxins: methanol, antifreeze, aspirin (in large doses) Alkalosis (not enough acid) Respiratory Alkalosis - Causes: hyperventilation, anxiety, aspirin, high fever, and pain. Symptoms: muscle cramps, twitching, tingling fingers, toes, and lips, irritability.

Metabolic alkalosis Causes: vomiting, overuse of diuretics, or an overactive adrenal gland, overuse baking soda, kidney damage Symptoms: muscle cramps, twitching, tingling fingers, toes, and lips, irritability.

Cure: Restore nutrients, such as chloride or potassium restore electrolyte balance Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda) to raise blood pH CPAP or Oxygen device to facilitate breathing Sodium Citrate (lemons, corn) to treat kidney failure Insulin to treat ketoacidosis

pH of Different Body Fluids pH indicates the level of H+ ions, low pH indicates too many H+ ions high pH indicates too many OH- ions.

blood ranges from 7.35-7.45, If the pH levels drop below 6.9, it can lead to coma.

Saliva is ranges from 6.5 to 7.5pH . After swallowing, the food reaches the stomach where upper and lower parts of stomach have different pH values. The upper part has a pH of 4−6.5, while the lower part is highly acidic with a pH of 1.5−4.0. It then enters the intestine which is slightly alkaline, with a pH of 7−8.5. Maintaining the pH values of different regions is critical for their function.

pH of the gastrointestinal tract. Esophagus, stomach, duodenum, small intestine, colon.

Maintaining the Body pH pH is maintained in the body using primarily three mechanisms: buffer systems, respiratory control, and renal control.

Buffer Systems Proteins can act as H+ acceptors or donors Phosphate buffers also help in moderating the levels of pH. Buffers help in regulating pH during minor changes, breath holding, exercise, or when gastric acid is secreted.

Respiratory Control The pH of blood during normal conditions is 7.4. However, CO2 dissociates into carbonic acid in the tissues. Thus, presence of more CO2 makes the blood more acidic. That is the reason when we hold the breath for long durations, the CO2 levels increase in the blood lowering our pH leading to fainting. On the other hand during alkalosis or increased pH, the breathing may get slow in order to increase the CO2 levels and reduce the alkalinity. However, low breathing rate could also lead to low oxygen levels which could be detrimental. Thus, respiration provides an important control to regulate the pH levels.

Renal Control The renal system regulates the pH of extracellular fluid. The changes in pH induced by the respiratory system are in minutes, while the changes induced by the renal system are in the order of days. If the acidity of the fluids is high, kidney secretes H+ ions, while if the carbonate ion levels are high it retains H+ ions and secretes HCO3 ions. Although this process is slow but it can prove an effective mode to regulate pH. One limitation of renal regulation is that the pH of urine cannot be below 4.4. Thus, strong acids can be removed by reacting with basic salts of phosphoric acid or by addition of base (NH3) to urine.

Abnormalities in Acid-Base Balance Acidosis, blood pH is low (too much acid) Alkalosis, blood pH is high too much base) Acidosis and alkalosis may be caused either due to imbalance of acid-base secretion by the kidneys or altered levels of CO2 in the blood due to breathing disorders.

pH level in mouth reaches 5.5 or lower, there’s a greater risk that your teeth will become discolored and damaged. Keeping your pH at 7.5 or above can actually help to re-mineralize your teeth, giving them added strength.

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Sugar - Diabetes

Blood sugar (also known as blood glucose) is the sugar that the bloodstream carries to all cells in the body to supply us with energy. The sugar comes from the food we eat. Your blood sugar levels change throughout the day and are typically at their lowest point before your first meal.

After you eat, the body responds by secreting insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas that allows your body to either use the glucose from your food, or store it for future use. Insulin regulates your blood sugar levels, and tries to prevent them from getting too high or too low. Consistently elevated blood sugar levels is what often leads to insulin resistance, which can then result in pre diabetes and type 2 diabetes.

When your blood sugar is balanced you'll likely feel energetic, happy, productive, and sleep well.

When your blood sugar is imbalanced, you are either at a brief sugar high or at the bottom of a crash.

Eat more protein Proteins does many things for your body: It builds and repairs tissues, creates and maintains muscles, bones, skin, cartilage, and helps make enzymes and hormones that are imperative for bodily function. Protein also gets rid of hunger pangs, making you feel full. This is because protein breaks down slower in your intestines, turning into amino acids which travel through the blood to all areas of your body. Sugar, however, means empty calories for your body, which is why you might not feel full after eating half a bag of potato chips or a sweet cupcake. Filling your diet with protein, but not too much of it, will keep you from reaching for those chips. Nuts, seeds, lean meats, fish, and tofu are all great sources of protein.

Avoid sugary drinks and juices Sugar in drinks can be very sneaky, especially in fruit juices. The label may tote the beverage’s health benefits but think again. Often, these juices are loaded with artificial sugars to amplify the taste, causing more harm than good. According to Healthline, “Fruit juice contains just as much sugar and calories as a sugary soft drink… and sometimes even more.”

Quit sugar cold turkey You might balk at the notion of cutting sugar from your diet immediately, but, for most people, quitting cold turkey is the best way to detox from sugar. Get rid of any carbs, sugary foods, and fruit drinks from your cabinets, pantries, and refrigerators. Yes, you will develop cravings and withdrawal symptoms, which will be mentioned later in this article, but getting rid of sugar cold turkey will be the best decision you’ll make.

Introduce a little natural sugar into your diet Wait, isn’t this article telling you to get rid of sugar from your diet? What makes natural sugar an exception? Well, natural sugar is found in fruit, and it is at a low enough level where it won’t overload your body or your kidneys. It isn’t processed like artificial sugars are and it doesn’t spike your blood sugar or insulin levels. In fact, your body needs some sugar to power its organ systems and complete important tasks. According to Dr. Joel Fuhrman, “What you should do is use only fruit and unsulfured dried fruit as a sweetener because it is combined with fiber and pectin.” The fiber and pectin break down slower in your body and reduce hunger pangs and sugar cravings. Bananas, blueberries, dates, and apples are all good sources of natural sugar that will satisfy your sweet tooth. Just don’t overeat them.

Exercise Sugar gives you energy, which helps power you through the day for a temporary period. However, most times, people don’t utilize all the sugar that they consume, which causes a buildup in their bodies. One of the best ways to burn the sugar you ingest is to exercise, but don’t go crazy. Go for a long walk or a jog after eating an excess amount of sugar. Start slow, and work your way up to a medium intensity.

Combat withdrawal symptoms You might think that withdrawal symptoms only deal with drug or alcohol abuse, but it can also happen with sugar. This is because sugar acts like a drug, which stimulates the body and gives you a temporary boost. When you remove sugar from your diet, your body will crave it and undergo withdrawal symptoms such as irritability, headaches, and fatigue. A study conducted in 2007 about rats and addiction found that, “Sugar was much more addictive than cocaine.” Researchers gave rats cocaine and made them addicted to it before switching them to sugar. When presented with the choice, rats chose sugar over cocaine. To fight withdrawal symptoms, take an amino acid like L-glutamine, get a full night’s sleep or eat a spoon of peanut butter.

Eat more fiber Fiber is a major nutrient that your body needs to keep its functions in check. The Harvard School of Public Health states, “Fiber helps regulate the body’s use of sugars, helping to keep hunger and blood sugar in check.” Fiber, like protein, gives you that full, satisfied feeling after you eat it. It also lowers your diabetes, heart disease, and cancer risk. Fiber slows down sugar absorption in your body and lowers your blood sugar level because your body cannot digest portions of it. If you overload on sugar, one of the fastest ways to help your body recover is to eat more fiber-filled foods like whole grains, nuts, legumes, apples, blueberries, and wheat.

Reduce stress Stress causes many health problems for your body, making you crave sugary comfort food. It also increases the cortisol in your body. According to Dr. Dina Aronson, MS, RD from Today’s Dietitian, “Elevated cortisol over the long term consistently produces glucose, leading to increased blood sugar levels.” If you eat too much sugar on top of that, your body will start to degenerate, you’ll gain weight—which will cause more stress and cortisol to build up—and you’ll increase your diabetes risk. Reduce your stress by practicing meditation, taking a yoga class, exercising, drinking green tea, or venting to a trusted friend or family member.

Drink more water Water keeps you hydrated while also helping your kidneys function by flushing out toxins from your body. When you eat too much sugar, your kidneys have to work harder to get rid of it before it builds up and creates kidney stones. Not only that, but too much sugar in your diet can lead to type 1 and type 2 diabetes, which damages your kidneys and prevents them from doing their job efficiently. According to The National Kidney Foundation on kidney damage due to sugar and diabetes, “When the blood vessels in the kidneys are injured, the kidneys can’t clean the blood properly, resulting in more water and salt being retained and waste materials building up in the blood.” To prevent this, make sure you drink enough water, keep your blood sugar level low, and reduce your risk for diabetes by cutting sugar from your diet.

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Kidneys

key nutrients that make up foods include: phosphorus, sugar, sodium, fluid, fats, potassium, carbohydrates, and protein. Our bodies use some of these nutrients (protein, carbohydrates, and fat) as fuel to provide our bodies with the energy needed to function properly. The kidneys remove the extra amount of vitamins and minerals we do not need. When your kidneys are not working as well as they should, they cannot filter your blood properly, allowing some vitamins and minerals to build up in your blood.

Food we eat contains nutrients. They get absorbed into the blood stream and each body part takes the nutrients it needs as the blood passes by. The kidney is the last stop. They kidneys filter the blood between water, toxins, and these nutrients, etc. It flushes the nutrients, toxins, dirty water using urine. As you get older or through poor eating (to much sugar or fat) your kidneys stop working and you stop producing urine and you die from to much toxins in the body.

Drinking half your body weight in oz of water a day is important because the kidneys use the clean water to push out the dirty water as urine. Basically the more water you drink the cleaner your bath water is. If you don’t replace the water in your body, you kidneys work overtime because your body is taking a bath in dirty bathwater.

The first sign of kidney disease is protein in the urine (Proteinuria) or creatinine in the blood.

Dry and itchy skin The National Kidney Foundation explains that dry and itchy skin can be a sign of the mineral and bone disease that can accompany kidney disease. This is due to the fact that kidneys are no longer able to sustain the appropriate balance of nutrients and minerals in the blood.

Foamy urine Urine that contains excessive bubbles, especially requiring you to flush multiple times before they disappear, is an indication of protein in the urine. One way to take note is if the foam is similar to the foam’s appearance you see when scrambling eggs. The protein found in urine, albumin, is the same protein found in eggs.

Muscle cramping Muscle cramping can result from impaired kidney function. An example provided by the National Kidney Foundation states that low calcium levels and poorly controlled phosphorus can contribute to muscle cramping.

Food tasting like metal The website LifeOptions, administered by the Medical Education Institute, explains a surprising symptom of kidney damage. Uremia, build-up of wastes in the blood, can alter the “normal” test of food, and cause bad breath. This may swerve your desire to consume meat or ultimately lose weight, due to lack of general food intake.

Kidney stones The American Kidney Fund states that kidney stones are one of the most common symptoms of kidney failure. They are caused by a buildup of minerals that clump together inside your kidneys. Larger stones can cause pain when moving through the urinary tract. With a small kidney stone, you may not experience any pain if it can easily move through your urinary tract.

Kidney infections Usually caused by bacteria that spread to your kidneys from your urinary tract, infections can cause fever, vomiting, or pain in your groin. Treating these infections immediately can prevent permanent kidney damage.

High blood pressure Cleveland Clinic reveals high blood pressure as another popular indication of kidney failure. Hypertension refers to your blood traveling through blood vessels at an increased force. Over time, untreated high blood pressure levels can damage kidney tissue.

Diabetes Diabetes that is untreated or unmanaged leads to uncontrollable blood sugar levels. This can damage the body’s internal organs, especially the kidneys.

Chronic kidney disease One main kidney-related disease is chronic kidney disease (CKD) and it occurs when your kidneys are damaged and they can’t filter blood as they should. It’s “chronic” because the damage happens to your kidneys over a prolonged period of time, but it is recognizable by testing your blood and urine for abnormalities. These can include signs of increased levels of protein in the urine or blood. In the US, CKD is common and occurs in more than 30 million Americans. Those with high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, and/or a family history of kidney failure are more likely to develop this disorder, especially those who have had this disorder for a long period of time.

Kidney stones Another common kidney-related issue involves the more temporary but uncomfortable condition of kidney stones. According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), “A kidney stone is a solid, pebble-like piece of material that can form in one or both of your kidneys when high levels of certain minerals are in your urine.” Symptoms include a sharp pain in your back or side.

If not treated, kidney stones can cause urinary tract infections, severe pain, loss of kidney function, or blood in the urine. While there are several different types of kidney stones, those who take certain medications, have chronic inflammation, are obese, already have kidney complications, or simply don’t drink enough water may be more at risk for developing kidney stones.

Kidney cancer Kidney or renal cancer is a less common kidney-related condition that occurs when kidney cells become malignant (cancerous) and grow out of control, forming a tumor. According to WebMD, most kidney cancers first appear in the lining of tiny tubes in the kidney (a type of cancer called renal cell carcinoma). This type of cancer tends to affect more individuals over the age of 40, especially those who have kidney issues, have high blood pressure, have lymphoma, use prescription drugs frequently, and have certain genetic conditions relating to the kidneys. Symptoms include blood in the urine, unexplained weight loss and loss of appetite, swelling in the legs, and a pain in the side that won’t go away.

Kidney cysts Kidney cysts are another complication involving the kidneys where fluid-filled sacs form in the kidneys. According to the NIDDK, simple kidney cysts are different from the cysts that develop when a person has polycystic kidney disease (PKD), which is a genetic disorder. Simple kidney cysts do not enlarge the kidneys, replace their normal structure, or cause reduced kidney function like cysts do in people with PKD. As with other kidney issues, these are more common in people as they age, as 50 percent of people age 50 and older have simple kidney cysts. These cysts typically don’t have symptoms, but can cause discomfort if they rub against other organs; as a result, cysts do not usually require treatment.

Lupus Lupus nephritis is a kidney-related disease that stems from systemic lupus erythematosus, an autoimmune disease. This disorder causes the body’s healthy tissue to attack itself, including organs like the kidneys. Lupus is more common in women and men, and especially in minorities. Symptoms include foamy urine and edema, and broadly, lupus symptoms can also include joint pain, muscle pain, and a fever with no cause. As in other kidney-related disorders, lupus nephritis can be managed by monitoring blood and urine tests to check for abnormal levels of protein or traces of blood.

Kidney infection Kidney infections are another affliction in which bacteria or viruses infect one or both of your kidneys, stemming from an initial lower urinary tract or bladder infection. According to the NIDDK, kidney infections cause most of the 100,000 hospital visits for UTIs in the United States each year. Kidney infections can be very painful, and they may cause high blood pressure, kidney failure, or permanent kidney scarring.

Stay Hydrated

Water is important for the function of your body, so trying to drink eight glasses of water a day is a great goal to maintain. Consistent intake of water will help keep your kidneys healthy. According to Choi, it helps clear sodium and toxins from your kidneys and lowers your risk of chronic kidney disease. It is best to try and have at least 1.5 to 2 liters of water in a day but the amount you may need can depend on your health and lifestyle, says Choi.

Don’t Smoke and Limit Alcohol Consumption

Putting limits on smoking and drinking will help your body overall, but it will benefit your kidney health as well. According to the National Health Service (NHS), they recommend stopping smoking completely and advise drinking no more than 14 units of alcohol a week on a regular basis. This is because drinking too much alcohol and smoking raises your blood pressure. And high blood pressure is one of the most common causes of kidney disease, says NHS.

Reduce Your Salt Intake

Based on research done in 2018 for the Journal of Clinical Hypertension, showed that eating too much salt can directly lead to kidney disease. This is due to salt upsetting the balance in your blood, making your kidneys work harder to remove water from your body, says author Milliam Murigi. It is recommended to limit your sodium intake to one teaspoon per day.

Eat Plenty of Vegetables

Vegetables should be an important part of your diet because they have many nutritional factors that will be beneficial for your kidneys and overall health. According to the National Kidney Foundation, it is important to have vegetables in your diet but also trying to cut back on eating meat. This is because eating an excess of animal protein can cause issues for your kidneys, such as kidney stones.

Exercise Regularly

Having a daily exercise routine will help you and your kidneys stay healthy. Regular physical activity can help with weight loss and lower your blood pressure, which are factors that can affect your kidney health. Do not try to do too much at once because “overexerting yourself when you’re not in good shape can lead to serious problems, especially if you are at high risk for heart disease,” says James Simons, M.D. Considering your conditions, be sure to begin an exercise routine that suits your level and progress from there.

Maintain a Healthy Weight

Maintaining your body healthy inside and out is important for your kidney health. According to the National Kidney Foundation, keeping your body at a healthy weight takes away excess strain on your kidneys. Regularly exercising and eating right will make this less difficult to achieve. It is recommended by the NHS to aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise, like walking, cycling, or swimming, every week.

Monitor Your Blood Pressure

High blood pressure can become a cause for future kidney damage. Choi explains that a healthy blood pressure reading is 120/80 and prehypertension is between that point and 139/89. To maintain a healthy blood pressure level, it is important to stay active and have a well-balanced diet. If your blood pressure readings are consistently above 140/90, Choi recommends talking to your doctor about monitoring it, making changes in your lifestyle, and possibly taking medication.

Be Cautious of How Much Medication You Take

According to Choi, if you regularly take over-the-counter pain medication, you may be causing kidney damage. If you take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, like ibuprofen and naproxen, regularly it can be causing damage to your kidneys. Using them daily can be hard on your kidneys, and have even been linked to kidney cancer, according to the National Kidney Foundation. Try finding other remedies to relieve your chronic pain, headaches, or arthritis. If the pain does not stop and you regularly need over-the-counter medication, it is recommended to visit your doctor about the issue.

Sleep

A good night’s rest is extremely important to your overall well-being, according to the National Kidney Foundation. Ciaran McMullan, MD, of Brigham and Women’s Hospital is studying how sleep impacts the kidneys and whether more sleep and melatonin supplementation can improve kidney function.

According to Dr. McMullan, “Kidney function is actually regulated by the sleep-wake cycle. It helps coordinate the kidneys’ workload over 24 hours. We also know that nocturnal patterns can affect chronic kidney disease and that people who sleep less usually have faster kidney function decline.”

Sitting still

New research finds that sitting for long stretches may also raise the risk for chronic kidney disease, especially in women, according to WebMD. Women in the study who reported less than three hours a day of total sitting time were 30% less likely to develop chronic kidney disease than those who reported spending more than eight hours a day in their chairs. Prolonged sitting also appeared to be linked to increased risk for kidney disease in men, but to a lesser degree. Regular physical activity, such as walking for 30 minutes a day, was associated with a reduced risk for developing kidney disease in men, but not in women.

1. Limit your intake of painkillers

Why are painkillers bad? They are dangerous because they decrease blood flow to the kidneys after some time.

This can cause a lot of stress on your kidneys. Common non-prescription pills such as ibuprofen and naproxen (NSAIDs) can cause kidney damage if taken too regularly over a prolonged period.

If you have healthy kidneys and use these medicines for occasional pain, they probably don’t pose a risk.

But if you take them for chronic pain, you should talk to your doctor about monitoring your kidney function or finding alternative ways to control your pain.

2. Don’t underestimate a cold

According to US Centre for Disease Control (CDC), the average person suffers from two to three colds per year.

Though these colds seem nothing more than harmless and annoying, you should not treat them like they are nothing.

If you leave colds without treatment, your body will produce more and more antibodies.

Over a period of time, these antibodies will start to become unhealthy for your kidneys. If you are feeling sick, you should see a doctor.

3. Don’t wait to use the restroom

Did you know that holding in your urge to use the restroom is one of the biggest causes of kidney problems?

The longer urine stays in your body, the worse it is for you. Urine is a hub for bacteria that shouldn’t be in your body anymore, and the longer it sits, the more bacteria it creates.

Eventually, this bacterium will make its way to your kidneys, and when that happens, you’ll wish it didn’t. When you have to go, try not to resist the urge.

4. Reduce salt intake

While eating salt can make food taste better, it can also upset the balance in your blood, which makes your kidneys have to work much harder to remove water from your body.

Research done in 2018 for the Journal of Clinical Hypertension proved that eating too much salt can directly lead to kidney disease.

Experts recommend people to limit their sodium intake to one teaspoon per day, which is about one-third less than the average people consumes.

5. Avoid processed foods

In order to keep food fresh for longer, companies often add high amounts of sodium, which is quite dangerous for your kidney health.

Other added ingredients are potassium and phosphorus, which are good in small amounts, but too much can be damaging.

6. Avoid eatin foods high in sugar

Sugar contributes to obesity, which increases your risk of developing high blood pressure and diabetes, two of the leading causes of kidney disease.

In addition to desserts, sugar is often added to foods and drinks that you may not consider “sweet.”

Avoid condiments, breakfast cereals, and white bread which are all sneaky sources of processed sugar.

Pay attention to the ingredients when buying packaged goods to avoid added sugar in your diet.to the high amount of phosphoric acid in soda, this also increases your risk for kidney problems.

7. Get enough sleep

A research by University of Chicago proved that poor sleep habits lead to an increased risk of kidney disease.

People who slept for six-and-a-half hours per day showed a 19 per cent increase in their chances of kidney failure from those who got a full-night’s sleep.

When you stay up too late, your kidneys also stay up late. Over time, lack of sleep can exhaust your kidneys and lead to failure.

8. Don’t stop a prescription early

We know it’s tempting to quit your prescription early when you start to feel better, but it’s actually a horrible idea.

Stopping a prescription before your illness is completely cured is bad for your kidneys.

Specifically, taking medications to help blood pressure or pain can severely damage your kidneys if used sporadically instead of regularly.

Your kidneys love routine and changing your medication routine every day will confuse your body.

9. Take enough water each day

The kidney’s main job is to filter toxins out of the body, so it is advisable to remain hydrated. Kidney stones most often result from chronic dehydration.

This is because when you are lacking water, your urine has a much higher concentration of minerals, which can crystalise inside of your kidneys and create stones.

There’s no magic behind the cliché advice to drink eight glasses of water a day, but it’s a good goal precisely because it encourages you to stay hydrated.

People who have previously had kidney stones should drink a bit more water to help prevent stone deposits in the future.

10. Watch your red meat intake

Eating red meat on occasion is not unhealthy, but eating too much of it is harmful to your kidneys over time.

Animal protein generates high amounts of acid in the blood that can be harmful to the kidneys and cause acidosis – a condition in which kidneys cannot eliminate acid fast enough.

Plant-based proteins actually repair kidney injury. Replacing one serving of red meat per week with a plant-based protein will actually lower your risk of kidney disease by 62 per cent.

Symptoms

You’re more tired or have difficulty concentrating If you’ve been feeling a bit more sluggish than usual though your diet and sleeping habits are consistent and healthy, prod deeper. Since the kidney’s primary role is to filter out the toxins we consume, its failure can lead to a buildup of impurities in the blood. This can make us feel unusually weak and fatigued (not to mention, make it hard for us to get a good night’s rest).

Puffy eyes Although difficulty sleeping could be one culprit for persistent puffiness around the eyes, it could also be due to the excess of protein in the urine. Protein in the urine is an early indication of kidney damage (its filters should be working properly to keep it inside the body – not out).

Swelling of body parts The inability for the kidney to remove extra fluid, let alone toxins, from your body will present itself in your legs, ankles, feet, face, or hands. This could also be due to the sodium retention that may occur with kidney failure.

Change in urination habits If you feel the urge to go to the bathroom more often, it could be a sign of kidney failure. When the kidney filters are damaged, it can increase the need to urinate (especially at night).

Blood in urine Rather than filtering wastes from the blood to create urine, damaged kidneys may “leak out” blood cells into the urine. This symptom could also be associated with kidney stones or other serious infections.

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Types of Art

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Literary Styles

Allegory An allegory is a story that is used to represent a more general message about real-life (historical) issues and/or events. It is typically an entire book, novel, play, etc. (George Orwell's Animal Farm) Alliteration Alliteration is a series of words or phrases that all (or almost all) start with the same sound. These sounds are typically consonants to give more stress to that syllable. (Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers) Allusion Allusion is when an author makes an indirect reference to a figure, place, event, or idea originating from outside the text. (Stop acting so smart—it's not like you're Einstein or something.) Anachronism An anachronism occurs when there is an (intentional) error in the chronology or timeline of a text. ( A Renaissance king who says, "That's dope, dude!) Anaphora Anaphora is when a word or phrase is repeated at the beginning of multiple sentences throughout a piece of writing. (Winston Churchill's "We Shall Fight on the Beaches" speech. He repeats the phrase "we shall fight" ) Anthropomorphism An anthropomorphism occurs when something nonhuman, such as an animal, place, or inanimate object, behaves in a human-like way. ( Mickey and Minnie Mouse can speak, wear clothes, sing,) Asyndeton Asyndeton is when the writer leaves out conjunctions (such as "and," "or," "but," and "for") in a group of words or phrases so that the meaning of the phrase or sentence is emphasized. (Lincoln speech "...and that government of the people, by the people, for the people shall not perish from the Earth.) Colloquialism Colloquialism is the use of informal language and slang. It's often used by authors to lend a sense of realism to their characters and dialogue. (Hey, what's up, man?" uses common everyday words and phrases) Epigraph An epigraph is when an author inserts a famous quotation, poem, song, or other short passage or text at the beginning of a larger text ( Hemingway's book The Sun Also Rises is an epigraph that consists of a quotation from the bible "You are all a lost generation) Epistrophe Epistrophe is similar to anaphora, but in this case, the repeated word or phrase appears at the end of successive statements. ( "There is no Negro problem. There is no Southern problem. There is no Northern problem. There is only an American problem.") Euphemism A euphemism is when a more mild or indirect word or expression is used in place of another word or phrase that is considered harsh, blunt, vulgar, or unpleasant. (He is asleep is nicer than saying he is dead) Flashback A flashback is an interruption in a narrative that depicts events that have already occurred Foreshadowing Foreshadowing is when indirectly hints at tells what's to come later on in the story. Hyperbole Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement that's not meant to be taken literally by the reader. (I'm so hungry I could eat a horse) Imagery Imagery is when an author describes a scene, thing, or idea so that it appeals to our senses (taste, smell, sight, touch, or hearing). Irony Irony is when a statement is used to express an opposite meaning than the one literally expressed by it. (Verbal irony, similar to sarcasm - Situational irony: When something unexpected happens. - Dramatic irony: When the audience is aware while the characters are not.) Juxtaposition Juxtaposition is the comparing and contrasting of two or more different (usually opposite) ideas, characters, objects, etc. (It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness) Malapropism Malapropism happens when an incorrect word is used in place of a word that has a similar sound. (I just can't wait to dance the flamingo!" flamenco, a type of dance; The flamingo, an animal Metaphor/Simile Metaphors are when ideas, actions, or objects are described in non-literal terms. In short, it's when an author compares one thing to another. (She is as vicious as a lion) Metonym A metonym is when a related word or phrase is substituted for the actual thing to which it's referring. (The pen is mightier than the sword) Mood Mood is the general feeling the writer wants the audience to have. (detailed description to set create a cozy, comforting mood) Onomatopoeia Onomatopoeia is a words that represents a sound and actually resembles or imitates the sound it stands for (Buzz, boom, chirp, creak, sizzle, zoom, etc.) Oxymoron An oxymoron is a combination of two words that, together, express a contradictory meaning. (organized chaos, cruelly kind, insanely logical) Paradox A paradox is a statement that appears illogical or self-contradictory but, upon investigation, might actually be true or plausible. ("This statement is false." Paradox because it is both true and false at the same time.) Personification Personification is when a nonhuman figure or other abstract concept or element is described as having human-like qualities or characteristics. (The wind moaned) Repetition Repetition is when a word or phrase is written multiple times, usually for the purpose of emphasis. ( And love is love is is love is love, it cannot be killed or swept aside. Satire Satire is genre of writing that criticizes something, such as a person, behavior, belief, government, or society. (The Onion is a satirical newspaper) Soliloquy A type of monologue that's often used in dramas, a soliloquy is when a character speaks aloud to himself (Juliet says out loud by herself "O Romeo, Romeo! Wherefore art thou Romeo?") Symbolism Symbolism refers to the use of an object, figure, event, situation, or other idea in a written work to represent something else (the green light that sits across from Gatsby's mansion symbolizes Gatsby's hopes and dreams.) Synecdoche A synecdoche is a literary device in which part of something is used to represent the whole, or vice versa. (Help me out, I need some hands!) Tone While mood is what the audience is supposed to feel, tone is the writer or narrator's attitude towards a subject. (Today I am in the Yellowstone Park, and I wish I were dead.)

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