Kidneys are the important organs of a human body which are key to good health. The kidneys are essential body parts that help to cleanse the blood and keep the chemical balance intact.

The kidneys also balance body fluids.

Some of the interesting facts about the kidneys are:

Fact 1:  The kidneys usually have a higher blood flow compared to the brain, liver, and heart.

Fact 2: The kidneys are responsible for the absorption and distribution of blood volume. They typically absorb and distribute 99.9 percent of the total blood volume in our body.

Fact 3: The kidneys stop our red blood cells from entering into the urine. Only 0.1 percent of the filtered blood turns into urine.

Fact 4: The kidneys filter approximately 50 gallons of blood every day. Each kidney contains approximately one million small nephrons which are the fundamental functional units of the kidneys. The nephrons consist of tiny blood vessels known as the glomerulus which is responsible for cleansing the blood.

Fact 5: Kidney stones are formed in the kidneys. Refined carbs and sugar turn into stones in the kidneys. Certain antacids may also act as a stimulant and form kidney stones.

Fact 6: The kidneys weigh between 5-6 ounces, and each kidney is about 4-5 inches long.

Fact 7:  The kidneys are usually three times larger in proportion to the weight in newborn babies as compared to grown-ups.

Fact 8: Research shows that 1 in 9 adults in the U.S. suffers from chronic kidney disease.

Fact 9: The causes of kidney disease include diabetes and high blood pressure.

Fact 10: People with chronic kidney disease are more likely to develop heart problems.

Fact 11: People with kidney ailments usually develop anemia because of a decreased rate in hormone production.

Fact 12: Dialysis and kidney transplantation can help people with kidney disease to extend their life expectancy.