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  2. Glomerular filtration rate - Wikipedia

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    Glomerular filtration rate (GFR) is the volume of fluid filtered from the renal (kidney) glomerular capillaries into the Bowman's capsule per unit time. [4] Central to the physiologic maintenance of GFR is the differential basal tone of the afferent (input) and efferent (output) arterioles (see diagram).

  3. Nephritic syndrome - Wikipedia

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    This causes a decrease in glomerular filtration rate (GFR) and, if left untreated over time, will eventually produce uremic symptoms and retention of sodium and water in the body, leading to both edema and hypertension.

  4. Assessment of kidney function - Wikipedia

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    The normal range of GFR, adjusted for body surface area, is 100–130 average 125 (mL/min)/(1.73 m 2) in men and 90–120 (mL/min)/(1.73 m 2) in women younger than the age of 40. In children, GFR measured by inulin clearance is 110 (mL/min)/(1.73 m 2 ) until 2 years of age in both sexes, and then it progressively decreases.

  5. Nephrotic syndrome - Wikipedia

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    It is characterized clinically by a rapid decrease in the glomerular filtration rate (GFR) by at least 50% over a short period, usually from a few days to 3 months. [23] They are considered to be "diagnoses of exclusion", i.e. they are diagnosed only after secondary causes have been excluded.

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    2. Prioritize Plants. Another type of diet you may come across is a plant-based diet. Examples of plant-based eating plans include vegan diets, vegetarian diets, pescatarian diets, and other ways ...

  7. Science Says Eating Like This Could Help With Chronic Pain - AOL

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    Eating a diet that doesn’t focus on essential nutrients “can impair the body's ability to repair and maintain tissues,” says Vernon Williams, MD, a sports neurologist and founding director ...

  8. Renal diet - Wikipedia

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    A renal diet is a diet aimed at keeping levels of fluids, electrolytes, and minerals balanced in the body in individuals with chronic kidney disease or who are on dialysis. Dietary changes may include the restriction of fluid intake, protein , and electrolytes including sodium , phosphorus , and potassium . [ 1 ]

  9. What is Whole30? Dietitians weigh in on what some call the ...

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    After 30 days, you systematically reintroduce the forbidden foods and observe how they make you feel. ... Shrimp stir-fry over cauliflower grits. What you can't eat on the Whole30 diet. The ...