Painkillers and Your Kidneys: The Silent Strain You Need to Know
Pain medications have become a common household necessity, providing relief from headaches, muscle aches, and chronic joint pain. The most widely used over-the counter (OTC) painkillers include acetaminophen (Tylenol) and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil), naproxen (Aleve), and diclofenac (Voltaren). Acetaminophen works primarily in the brain to reduce pain and fever, […]
Salt intake & it’s effect on blood pressure
High blood pressure is a public health problem globally responsible for an estimated 7.7 to 10.4 million deaths annually. These deaths are attributed to heart attack, kidney failure and stroke. High blood pressure affects people in countries of high and low socio-economic status. The exact reasons of rising blood pressure is still now completely known. […]