the urinary system

Question 1

what are the 2 main organs of the urinary system?

Answer 1

• kidneys: filtration and excretion (filtration, re-absorption and secretion)
• bladder: temporary storage and elimination of wastes

Question 2

what are causes of imbalance of the urinary system?

Answer 2

• kidney stones (magnesium deficiency)
• sugar, antacids may foster stone formation
• alcohol and prescription drugs
• diabetes
• uremia
• UTIs

Question 3

what are effects of imbalance?

Answer 3

• lower back pain
• fatigue
• joint pain
• puffiness under the eyes

Question 4

what are recommendations?

Answer 4

• drink 2 L of pure water daily
• replace tea and coffee with herbal teas
• restrict alcohol intake
• vegetarian diet high in fiber
• limit foods high in oxalates (beans, cocoa, beets, instant coffee, rhubarb) as they can aggravate the kidneys due to lack of bacteria in intestines
• limit sodium intake (processed foods, red meat and cheeses)
• cranberry juice and vitamin C can help relieve urinary tract infections

Question 5

which nutrients support the urinary system?

Answer 5

• B6
• B5
• beta carotene
• magnesium
• potassium

Question 6

what is the PS connection to kidneys?

Answer 6

“seat of fear” and blaming others for their own problems