London: Piles or haemorrhoids are swollen or irritated veins near the anus or in the lower rectum of the body. Piles generally is a genetic disorder. The common symptoms of piles are pain, itching and rectal bleeding around the anal area. It is also believed that as one age, the risk of developing piles increases. Pregnant women are… Read More »
Mumbai: From regulating blood pressure to water retention, fennel seeds pack a bevy of nutrients that make it a must-have in your kitchen. In size and shape, they resemble cumin or jeera, but fennel is a different spice altogether. Fennel and its seeds offer a wide array of health benefits and may provide antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial effects.… Read More »
New York: Obesity and type 2 diabetes (adult-onset diabetes) are closely related conditions, both linked to problems with the body’s metabolism. The same changes that lead to weight loss after surgery can also lead to the remission of type 2 diabetes. Most importantly, patients with this disease should know that the body’s ability to use sugar in a… Read More »
LAHORE: Punjab Governor Chaudhry Sarwar has expressed concern over the prevalence of severe Vitamin-D deficiency among 85% of citizens of the country. He said this while addressing the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the University of Health Sciences (UHS) Lahore, Pakistan Society of Internal Medicine (PSIM), and a local pharmaceutical firm for the establishment of… Read More »
While poor oral hygiene does affect the teeth, the gums, and also other parts of the oral cavity, it has been linked to cardiovascular diseases as well. Infection of the gums or periodontitis in other words is quite troublesome and can damage the teeth, soft tissue, and bone. It can potentially be a portal for the entry of… Read More »
Lahore: Relevant research examined the effects of fenugreek supplementation on healthy men aged between 43 and 70 years of age. The researchers found that both total serum testosterone and free testosterone increased compared to placebo after 12 weeks of active treatment. The researchers concluded that fenugreek supplementation was a safe and effective treatment for reducing symptoms of possible… Read More »
Mumbai: Infertility means not being able to get pregnant after one year of trying (or six months if a woman is 35 or older). Women who can get pregnant but are unable to stay pregnant may also be infertile. If you’re having trouble getting pregnant, your doctor will help you figure out why, and work with you to… Read More »
Islamabad: Today, millions of people suffer the painful symptoms of arthritis and related diseases, which include inflammation, swelling, redness, pain, and stiffness. Although there are literally hundreds of different kinds of arthritis, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and gout are the three most common. As far as treatments are concerned. Recently the most popular have been the NSAIDs or Non-Steroidal… Read More »
London: Nuts are nutritional foods that are proof that all healthy things come in small packages. These nutritional foods are packed with vitamins, minerals, proteins, and heart-healthy fats. But, going nuts with nuts is not the right thing to do either because these snacks are also high in calories. Consuming them in small amounts is the best way… Read More »
New York: Aging is a natural process that every person experiences day after day. It is normal for your body and mind to change as you age. You may find that your hair is turning gray or white in color, or your skin is sagging and wrinkling. While those are regular bodily changes, you may choose to improve… Read More »