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  8 Ways to Keep Your Kidneys Healthy Medically reviewed by  Justin Choi, M.D.  —  By  The Healthline Editorial Team  —  Updated on May 29, 2020 Stay active Control blood sugar Monitor blood pressure Monitor weight and diet Stay hydrated Stop smoking Monitor OTC pill intake Test your kidneys Risks Kidney conditions Takeaway Overview Your kidneys are fist-sized organs located at the bottom of your rib cage, on both sides of your spine. They perform several functions. Most importantly, they filter waste products, excess water, and other impurities from your blood. These waste products are stored in your bladder and later expelled through urine. In addition, your kidneys regulate pH, salt, and potassium levels in your body. They also produce hormones that regulate blood pressure and control the production of red blood cells. Your kidneys are also responsible for activating a form of vitamin D that helps your body absorb calcium for building bones and regu...

  How Do I Use A Condom? Condoms are the best way to protect yourself against   sexually transmitted infections (STIs)   and unwanted pregnancy. Condoms are a barrier contraceptive made from latex rubber, a synthetic rubber called polyisoprene, a very thin plastic called polyurethane, or a synthetic material called nitrile. Condoms are available free from: contraception clinics sexual health or genitourinary medicine (GUM) clinics some GP surgeries some charities and young people's services You can also buy condoms from: pharmacies supermarkets websites mail-order catalogues vending machines in some public toilets some petrol stations Always buy condoms that have the European CE mark or the UKCA mark on the packet. This means they have been tested to high safety standards. Also, check that the expiry date is clearly visible on the packet. Types of condoms There are 2 basic types of condoms available in the UK: external (also called a "male" condom) and internal ...

Can I get pregnant if I have sex without penetration? Post by  Sanu Sowe  of  Sanu' Health Care Yes, although the risk of  getting pregnant  in this way is very low. If you want to avoid getting pregnant, you should use  contraception . Getting pregnant Pregnancy happens when a sperm fertilises an egg, which can happen even if you've not had sexual intercourse (penetration). During vaginal penetrative sex (where the penis enters the vagina) semen can be ejaculated. Semen is the liquid produced during ejaculation and contains millions of sperm. As soon as the penis is erect, (before ejaculation), a liquid called pre-ejaculate or "pre-cum" is produced. This liquid can contain thousands of sperm. The ovaries release 1 or more eggs (ovulation) 12-16 days before a period starts. The sperm enters the body through the vagina, then travels through the cervix and womb to the fallopian tubes, where the egg is usually fertilised (conception). The egg can be fertilised...