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Urine osmolality
Urine osmolality is a measure of particles in the urine. A high value means a high concentration of particles, and a low value means a low concentration. A high concentration…
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Osmotic load
Un-absorbable, water-soluble solutes in the bowel that retain water through osmosis (movement of water from low to high concentrations of solute). Examples of these particles are lactose in lactose intolerant…
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Hypohydration
Hypo-hydration is a state of an inadequate amount of water required for normal functioning of the body. In other words, it is a body water content beyond normal. It also…
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Hyperhydration
Hyper-hydration refers to an excessive amount of water in the body. It is the opposite of dehydration. It is usually caused by excessive fluid intake. Hyper-hydration refers to the status…
Alkaline diet
Does a diet high in acidic foods make the urine acidic?
There are two concepts that are often confused which need clarification: acidic food and acid-forming food. (read more..) While the acid-forming foods refer to its acid-ash contents and this concept…