Iqra Institute of Medical Sciences

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Side Effects of Drinking Ice Water
• Throat irritation or sore throat
• Tooth sensitivity and dental pain
• Slower digestion, especially after meals
• Stomach cramps or discomfort
• Headache in some people
• Can trigger cough or cold in sensitive individuals

Responsibilities (Functions) of Kidneys
The kidneys are vital organs that perform several important functions to keep the body healthy:
Removal of waste products
Kidneys filter blood and remove waste substances like urea, creatinine, and excess drugs, which are excreted as urine.
Regulation of water balance
They control the amount of water in the body by adjusting urine volume, helping prevent dehydration or overhydration.
Maintenance of electrolyte balance
Kidneys regulate levels of electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, calcium, and chloride in the blood.
Control of blood pressure
They help regulate blood pressure by controlling fluid volume and releasing the enzyme renin.
Regulation of acid–base balance
Kidneys maintain normal blood pH by excreting hydrogen ions and reabsorbing bicarbonate.
Production of hormones
Erythropoietin: stimulates red blood cell production
Renin: helps regulate blood pressure
Calcitriol (active vitamin D): helps in calcium absorption and bone health
Osmoregulation
They maintain proper concentration of body fluids.
Detoxification
Kidneys help remove toxins and metabolic by-products from the body.

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The most effective way to lower LDL (bad cholesterol) is to focus on what you add just as much as what you limit.
Increase Soluble Fiber: This acts like a sponge in the digestive tract, soaking up cholesterol before it enters the bloodstream.
Try: Oats, barley, beans (lentils, chickpeas), apples, and pears.
Swap the Fats: Replace saturated fats (found in red meat and full-fat dairy) with unsaturated fats.
Use: Olive oil, rapeseed oil, avocados, and nuts.
Avoid: Ghee, butter, and tropical oils like palm or coconut oil, which are high in saturated fat.
Prioritize Omega-3s: These help raise HDL (good cholesterol) and protect the heart.
Eat: Oily fish (salmon, mackerel) twice a week, or walnuts and flaxseeds.
Limit "Trans Fats": Often labeled as "partially hydrogenated oils," these are common in store-bought biscuits, cakes, and fried fast foods.