The Urinary System is vital for our body’s homeostasis. Therefore, if it is not functioning properly, it can lead to chronic diseases. This is especially true for Filipinos, since many are obese, which is why I enjoyed reading this article. It explains that kidney diseases are not only an environmental factor but can be a genetic factor.

Recent developments in epigenetics of acute and chronic kidney diseases – ScienceDirect

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2157171615321705

The growing epidemic of obesity and diabetes, the aging population as well as prevalence of drug abuse has led to significant increases in the rates o…