Each of us is blessed with two kidneys located in the upper abdomen; they sit against the back muscles on either side of the spine and are about the size of a closed fist. Some of their responsibilities include: removing waste products from the body balancing fluid levels releasing hormones controlling the production of red…
Winter and Kidney Health
January 19, 2022
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A Recipe for Wanderlust: North African Lamb Stew With Figs and Chickpeas
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Better Than Lemonade: How to Cook With Lemons, In Season Now
Sunny citrus fruits are in season during the winter months—just when we need them to cheer us up—so now is the perfect time to make the most of them. Consider the lemon. This humble kitchen powerhouse adds acidity and brightness to myriad dishes, from sweet to savory, often helping balance other flavors or providing some…
Use Pet-Safe De-Icer Instead of Rock Salt This Winter
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Just as I was knee-deep in researching, testing, and learning all I could about electric space heaters, this letter popped up in my inbox. Dear Mary: I need your help to figure out how we can reduce our home heating bills. It’s killing us to pay so much to keep our house warm in the…
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