Since the kidneys process and eliminate body waste products into the urine, it is important these organs remain healthy. (centralbrowardvet.com)
Some breastfeeding babies develop jaundice if they don't get enough breast milk, because the bilirubin isn't able to exit the body through body waste. (babycenter.com)
Denning bears enter a period of lethargy during the winter and recycle body wastes in a process unique in mammals; this process is studied for insights in treating osteoporosis, renal disease, diabetes, and obesity. (scientificamerican.com)