Kidneys produce hormones. Normal kidneys also make important chemical messengers called hormones. These hormones circulate in the bloodstream and regulate some body functions such as blood pressure, the making of red blood cells, and the uptake of calcium from the intestine.
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The game of Nerts is also known as Pounce, Racing Demon, Peanuts, Squeal or Scrooge. It is a competitive patience game for two or more players, using a pack of cards for each player (or team). The players race to get rid of the cards from their Nerts piles (also kown as Pounce piles, etc.