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 Fruity Green  Smoothie This vitamin-packed smoothie is an antioxidant powerhouse, packing 21/2 servings of fruits and veggies in each serving. Servings: 1 Ingredients: 2 cups fresh spinach leaves 1 medium banana, peeled  7-8 strawberries, trimmed ½ cup orange juice 1 cup crushed ice Directions: 1. Place all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.  2.Serve in tall glass. Nutritional Information (per serving) Calories: 235 Sodium: 64 mg Protein: 5 g Carbs: 56 g Fat: 1.5 g Sugar: 3.7 g

 Causes of Kidney Disease Several ailments may cause kidney disorders. These include infection, degenerative changes, chronic diseases (e.g., diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular disorders such as atherosclerosis, hypertension), medications, toxic metal consumption, cysts, renal stones or trauma. Surgery, burns and poisons are some traumas, which may cause kidney damage. Obesity increases the risk of renal disease. Habitual intake of high protein diet may increase the work of kidneys and cause damage. Reducing weight, decreasing protein intake to normal level can decrease the risk of kidney disease. The most common cause of renal failure is diabetic nephropathy. Some antibiotics and pain medications may cause renal disease. The normal function of the nephrons, the working unit of kidneys may be upset by the above ailments.. Inflammation and Degeneration. The membranes and small blood vessels in the nephrons may get inflamed for a short time due to infection and thus lead to acute glo...