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- Bad Effects Of Smoking - Makes Your Life Worse - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2008 from Peter HutchThere is strong medical evidence that smoking tobacco is related to more than two dozen diseases and conditions. It has negative effects on nearly every organ of the body and reduces overall health. Smoking tobacco remains the leading cause of preventable death and has negative health impacts on ...
Views: 7974(3 votes) - Angina More Common In Women Than Men - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2008 from Peter HutchResearchers discovered the unexpected result in the first large-scale study investigating risk factors for stable angina. They pooled data from 74 studies involving 401,315 people living in 31 countries, including the United States. Of the studies' participants, 13,331 women and 11,511 men had ...
Views: 1267(1 vote) - Cholesterol Lowering Foods - Heart Disease Prevention - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2008 from Peter HutchLittle by little larger numbers of people suffer from heart disease as a consequence of high cholesterol levels. There are many factors that enable the accumulation of cholesterol inside the organism, but the major cause is considered to be unhealthy diet. Unhealthy diet and bad eating habits ...
Views: 1113(1 vote) - Exercises To Lower High Blood Pressure - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2008 from Peter HutchThe risk of high blood pressure (hypertension) increases with age. And like it or not, you get older every day. But you don't need to sit back and wait for high blood pressure to strike. Get moving! Regular exercise can help prevent high blood pressure, which reduces the risk of cardiovascular ...
Views: 1551(1 vote) - High Blood Pressure Causes, Medications For High Blood Pressure - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2008 from Peter HutchHigh blood pressure (HBP) or hypertension means high pressure (tension) in the arteries. Arteries are vessels that carry blood from the pumping heart to all the tissues and organs of the body. High blood pressure does not mean excessive emotional tension, although emotional tension and stress ...
Views: 1404(1 vote) - Information About Stretching Exercises - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2008 from Peter HutchWhile stretching can promote flexibility, stretching too far actually can damage the muscles—particularly if you’re recovering form an injury. "A healthy muscle can elongate up to 1.6 times its length," suggests Pitchford, "but generally doesn’t respond well to that much ...
Views: 4460(1 vote) - Information about Yoga for Depression - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2008 from Peter HutchYoga is a relaxing form of exercise that can help alleviate depression. Meditation and yoga poses can help you attack the root cause of depression - the feeling that you can't handle the demands of your life. It tones the nervous system, stimulates circulation, promotes concentration, and ...
Views: 949(1 vote) - Information On Bladder Infection - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2008 from Peter HutchBladder infections are not serious if treated right away. But they tend to come back in some people. This can lead to kidney infections, which are more serious and may result in permanent kidney damage. So it's very important to treat the underlying causes of a bladder infection and to take ...
Views: 1012(1 vote) - Information On Heart Disease - Symptoms And Causes - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2008 from Peter HutchHeart disease, also known as cardiovascular disease, includes a number of conditions affecting the heart: congestive heart failure, congenital heart disease, and heart attack, among others. If you don’t know the symptoms, you could be at risk and not even know it. Heart disease is the ...
Views: 1196(1 vote) - Weight Loss - Valuable Tips Of Yoga - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Peter HutchYoga deep breathing helps in increasing the oxygen intake to the body cells, including the fat cells. This results into burning up of fat cells. Another amazing aspect of Yoga is that it reduces anxiety which, in turn, reduces anxious eating. It is human tendency that whenever we are tensed we ...
Views: 839(1 vote) - Yoga For Stress Management, Yoga For Stress Relief - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2008 from Peter HutchYoga is very good in stress management. Research has also shown that Hatha Yoga - the type of yoga practiced in the West - if practiced regularly, has a significant impact on ones muscular strength, flexibility, balance and endurance. Studies done on a group of people, who practiced yoga, ...
Views: 1046(1 vote) - Abdominal Bloating - Information On Abdominal Bloating - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2008 from Peter HutchAbdominal bloating and distension occur extremely commonly in the functional gastrointestinal disorders with many patients ranking them as particularly intrusive symptoms. Characteristically, the problem is exacerbated by meals, fluctuates in intensity, is worse at the end of the day and settles ...
Views: 1184(1 vote) - AIDS - How To Prevent Aids - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Peter HutchAIDS stands for Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. AIDS is the result of damage to the immune system. A damaged immune system is unable to protect the body against certain specific 'opportunistic' infections and tumours. These are called opportunistic because they are caused by organisms ...
Views: 1727(1 vote) - Alopecia Areata - Causes And Symptoms - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2008 from Peter HutchAlopecia areata is a form of hair loss from areas of the body, usually from the scalp . Because it causes bald spots on the head, especially in the first stages, it is sometimes called spot baldness. Alopecia areata affects both males and females. This type of hair loss is different than male ...
Views: 1152(1 vote) - Ampalaya - Helps To Get Rid Of Diseases - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2008 from Peter HutchAmpalaya is a remarkable health food.As the English name suggests (bitter melon), the melon has a bitter taste due to the presence of momordicin. Ampalaya is a vegetable grown throughout the Philippines. It is mostly cultivated, although wild forms can be found. As the acrimonious fruit is ...
Views: 4347(1 vote) - Asthma - Cough Symptoms Of Asthma - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2008 from Peter HutchAsthma (Az-muh) is a chronic disease that affects your airways. The airways are the tubes that carry air in and out of your lungs. If you have asthma, the inside walls of your airways are inflamed (swollen). The inflammation (IN-fla-MAY-shun) makes the airways very sensitive, and they tend to ...
Views: 2322(1 vote) - Blood Sugar - Symptoms Of Blood Sugar - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Peter HutchBlood sugar concentration, or glucose level, is tightly regulated in the human body. Normally, the blood glucose level is maintained between about 4 and 6 mmol/L (70 to 100 mg/dL). The total measurement of glucose in the circulating blood is therefore about 3.3 to 7g (assuming an ordinary adult ...
Views: 921(1 vote) - Brain Tumor - Types With Their Treatments - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Peter HutchThe brain and spinal column make up the central nervous system (CNS), where all vital functions of the body are controlled. When tumors arise in the central nervous system, they are especially problematic because a persons thought processes and movements can be affected. These tumors can also be ...
Views: 660(1 vote) - Bronchitis - Causes, Symptoms, Types And Treatment - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2008 from Peter HutchBronchitis (pronounced brong-KIE-tis) is an inflammation of the air passages between the nose and the lungs. It affects the trachea (pronounced TRAY-kee-uh), or windpipe, and the bronchi. The bronchi (pronounced BRON-kee) are air tubes through which air flows into and out of the ...
Views: 1256(1 vote) - Burning Eyes - Causes Of Burning Eyes - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2008 from Peter HutchBurning eyes affects about 30% of reading glasses wearers at one time or another. It is the commonest symptom of dry eyes. Most just suffer in silence, but there are simple steps that can be taken to help the condition. Eye burning with discharge is burning, itching, or drainage from the eye ...
Views: 3467(1 vote) - Causes Of Osteoporosis, Symptoms Of Osteoporosis And Treatment - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2008 from Peter HutchOsteoporosis is a disease of the bones characterized by a decrease in bone mass and structural deterioration of bone tissue, leading to bone fragility and increased susceptibility to fractures of the hip, spine and wrist. The word "osteoporosis" literally means "porous bones." Osteoporosis ...
Views: 1158(1 vote) - Cervical Spondylosis - Causes, Symptoms And Treatments - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2008 from Peter HutchWith the increase in number of professionals who sit for hours together doing desk work or sitting for hours in front of the computer and call center jobs which requires continuous sitting in one posture the number of people suffering with cervical spondylosis is on the rise .Cervical ...
Views: 980(1 vote) - Cold And Flu In Children - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2008 from Peter HutchTypically, parents are told to just treat the symptoms of a cold or the flu and make their child comfortable, because these common infections are caused by viruses and there are no treatments. While symptomatic treatments are important to help your child feel better, this is not totally true ...
Views: 1018(1 vote) - Constipation - Causes Of Constipation - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Peter HutchConstipation means that a person has three or fewer bowel movement in a week. The stool can be hard and dry. Sometimes it is painful to pass. At one time or another, almost everyone gets constipated. In most cases, it lasts a short time and is not serious. Constipation is defined as having a ...
Views: 759(1 vote) - Foot Care - Herbal Remedies For Foot Care - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from Peter HutchThe way your feet look gives the observer an idea of the way in which you take care of yourself. Everyone wants to have beautiful and healthy feet. To have beautiful skin you have to take care of the skin on your feet. You have to regularly take care of your feet. You will have to soak your feet ...
Views: 991(1 vote) - Genital Warts - Signs of Genital Warts - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Peter HutchGenital warts may be small, flat, flesh-colored bumps or tiny, cauliflower-like bumps. In men, genital warts can grow on the penis, near the anus, or between the penis and the scrotum. In women, genital warts may grow on the vulva and perinea area, in the vagina and on the cervix. Genital warts ...
Views: 847(1 vote) - Get Information About Cholesterol - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2008 from Peter HutchCholesterol is a fatty substance (a lipid) that is an important part of the outer lining (membrane) of cells in the body of animals. Cholesterol is also found in the blood circulation of humans. The cholesterol in a person's blood originates from two major sources; dietary intake and liver ...
Views: 1028(1 vote) - Healthy Tips For Eye Care - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Peter HutchPrevention is better than cure .This is applicable for eye health too. Eye care is better than eye cure. So do take good care of your eyes. This can be done by taking in lot of vitamins especially vitamin A into your diet. Other diets that are rich in minerals are also good to eyes .Some of the ...
Views: 931(1 vote) - How To Get Rid Of Ear Infections - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2008 from Peter HutchThe surgeon selects a ventilation tube for your child that will remain in place for as long as required for the middle ear infection to improve and for the eustachian tube to return to normal. This may require several weeks or months. During this time, you must keep water out of the ears because ...
Views: 1354(1 vote) - How To Prevent From Diarrhea - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Peter HutchAntibiotics may benefit some adults with diarrhea. If selected carefully, antibiotics may decrease the severity of illness and shorten the duration of symptoms. If you have recently traveled out of the country or have been camping (and may have been exposed to contaminated water in the ...
Views: 770(1 vote) - How To Treat Chickenpox - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2008 from Peter HutchChickenpox is a highly communicable disease caused by the varicella virus, a member of the herpes virus family. In temperate climates, chickenpox occurs most frequently in winter and early spring. Chickenpox is transmitted to others by direct person-to-person contact, by droplet or airborne ...
Views: 1176(1 vote) - Information About Herbs For Asthma Treatment - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2008 from Peter HutchAsthma is an abnormal lung condition characterized by difficulty in breathing. People with asthma have an extra sensitive or hyper responsive airways. The airways react by narrowing or obstructing when they become irritated. This makes it difficult for the air to move in and out. This narrowing ...
Views: 1267(1 vote) - Natural Treatment For Kidney Stones - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2008 from Peter HutchKidney stones are solid accumulations of material that form in the tubal system of the kidney. Kidney stones cause problems when they block the flow of urine through or out of the kidney. When the stones move along the ureter, they cause severe pain. Kidney stones probably aren’t caused ...
Views: 1341(1 vote) - Symptoms Of Dehydration, Treatment Of Dehydration And Causes - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2008 from Peter HutchDehydration occurs when the amount of water leaving the body is greater than the amount being taken in. The body is very dynamic and always changing. This is especially true with water in the body. Dehydration can be defined as "the excessive loss of water from the body." Dehydration isn't as ...
Views: 2233(1 vote) - Symptoms Of Kidney Stones, Kidney Stones Diagnosis and Treatment - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2008 from Peter HutchThe kidney acts as a filter for blood, removing waste products from the body and helping regulate the levels of chemicals important for body function. The urine drains from the kidney into the bladder through a narrow tube called the ureter. When the bladder fills and there is an urge to ...
Views: 1142(1 vote) - Treatment - High Blood Pressure - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Peter HutchACE inhibitors stop the production of a hormone called angiotensin II that makes the blood vessels narrow. As a result, the vessels expand, improving blood flow. Tension in the circulation is also lowered by the kidneys filtering more fluid from the blood vessels into urine. This also helps ...
Views: 734(1 vote) - Urinary Tract Infection - Natural Cure For Urinary Tract Infection - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from Peter HutchA urinary tract infection (UTI) is a bacterial infection that affects any part of the urinary tract. Although urine contains a variety of fluids, salts, and waste products, it usually does not have bacteria in it. When bacteria get into the bladder or kidney and multiply in the urine, they cause ...
Views: 1048(1 vote) - What is Pneumonia? How to Prevent from Pneumonia? - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Peter HutchPneumococcal is a serious disease that causes much sickness and death. In fact, pneumococcal disease kills more people in the United States each year than all other vaccine-preventable diseases combined. People with infectious pneumonia often have a cough producing greenish or yellow sputum ...
Views: 780(1 vote) - Abdominal Pain In Children - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2008 from Peter HutchAbdominal pain is a common problem in children. Although most children with acute abdominal pain have self-limited conditions, the pain may herald a surgical or medical emergency. The most difficult challenge is making a timely diagnosis so that treatment can be initiated and morbidity ...
Views: 1338 - Acne - Get Full Information About Acne - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2008 from Peter HutchHaving that nasty zit is sometimes quite annoying. In fact, it is a great factor on suffering low self-esteem particularly on young people whose main focus at puberty is the physical attribute. Preventing acne breakout is not a piece of cake that is why even if you know everything about acne ...
Views: 934 - Baby Acne - Causes And Treatments - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Peter HutchBaby acne is a very common condition among newborn babies. Baby acne can be present at the time of birth or may usually develop within 2 to 4 weeks after birth. Baby acne is a result of the hormonal changes in the body as these changes stimulate the oil glands in the baby’s skin. Baby ...
Views: 736 - Beautiful Tips For Makeup Removal - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Peter HutchMake up removers are very important for the skin to keep it clean and away from the after affects of the make up. If make up isn't removed after the use then it enters into the pores and the chemicals in the make up can damage the skin. So one should always make it a point to remove the make up ...
Views: 666 - Benefits Of Aromatherapy Massage - Health Benefits - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2008 from Peter HutchAromatherapy massage is the massage done using aromatherapy essential oils. Aromatherapy massage not only helps you in relaxation but also rejuvenate your body from head to toe.You can improve your well being of mind and body by using essential oils of aromatherapy massage. Adding aromatherapy ...
Views: 1376 - Benefits Of Beauty Steaming - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2008 from Peter HutchSteaming is beneficial for cleaning all types of skin. It cleans the skin of all surface dirt, stimulates the circulation and unclogs blocked pores. It opens your pores, removes dead skin cells, improves circulation and allows for a deep cleansing of your skin. It is helpful for both acne and ...
Views: 1518 - Brain Tumor - Treatment Of Brain Tumor - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2008 from Peter HutchThe brain is the body’s most complex organ, so it’s no overstatement that treatment for brain tumors requires the latest technology skillfully used by a highly experienced medical team. Brain tumors typically are categorized as either primary or secondary. Primary brain tumors ...
Views: 1303 - Breast Discomfort - Causes And Symptoms Of Breast Discomfort - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Peter HutchBreast discomfort is a normal part of being a woman. It is almost always not a sign of breast cancer. Breasts are mammary glands that are responsive to natural hormonal changes, especially fluctuations in estrogen, that occur at menstruation, menopause, and pregnancy. Hormonal changes can cause ...
Views: 702 - Bruise - Symptoms, Prevention and Treatment - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Peter HutchA bruise gets its deep color from a blood vessel or vessels that break under the skin and leak blood into the surrounding area. As it heals, it becomes paler in color and less painful to the touch. Depending on how many vessels were broken, bruises can be the size of a pencil eraser or 6 or more ...
Views: 696 - Constipation - Home Remedies For Constipation - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2008 from Peter HutchConstipation refers to any irregularity in, or absence of, bowel movements. The slow movement of food through the large intestine and the amount of time the waste remains in the colon are factors that contribute to constipation. More and more water is absorbed while the waste is in our body and ...
Views: 1027 - Dehydration - Natural Home Remedies For Dehydration - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Peter HutchDehydration can be defined as "the excessive loss of water from the body." Diseases of the gastrointestinal tract can lead to dehydration in various ways. Often, dehydration becomes the major problem in an otherwise self-limited illness. Fluid loss may even be severe enough to become ...
Views: 2290 - Depression - Symptoms And Causes Of Depression - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Peter HutchResearch shows that depression runs in families and that some people inherit genes that make it more likely for them to get depressed. Not everyone who has the genetic makeup for depression gets depressed, though. And many people who have no family history of depression have the condition. So ...
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