Acromegaly Acromegaly is a rare but serious condition caused by growth hormone excess and affects children and adults differently. Each year, about three new cases of acromegaly occur for every million people. Learn more! CONDITIONAdrenal FatigueSupporters of adrenal fatigue believe the problem begins when many different life stresses become too much for the body to handle. What is… Read More »
Cancer may not be on your radar, especially if you’re relatively young and healthy. But it should be, regardless of your age or family history. Each year, nearly 90,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with a gynecologic cancer, such as endometrial (also known as uterine cancer), ovarian cancer or cervical cancer. More than 242,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer. Most of these cancers occur… Read More »
Psyllium, similarly to other soluble fibers, passes through the small intestine without being completely broken down or absorbed. Instead, it absorbs water and becomes a viscous compound that benefits constipation, diarrhea, blood sugar, blood pressure, cholesterol, and weight loss. This article explains all there is to know about psyllium, including seven ways it can benefit your health. Psyllium is a soluble fiber derived from… Read More »
One of the most effective ways we have to protect ourselves and others from illness is good personal hygiene.This means washing your hands, especially, but also your body. It means being careful not to cough or sneeze on others, cleaning things that you touch if you are unwell, putting items such as tissues (that may have germs) into… Read More »
Marie Antoinette syndrome refers to a situation where someone’s hair suddenly turns white (canities). The name of this condition comes from folklore about the French queen Marie Antoinette, whose hair supposedly turned white suddenly before her execution in 1793. Graying of the hair is natural with age. As you grow older, you may start to lose the melanin… Read More »
One of the most nutritious fruits known to humans, bananas are packed with nutrients and antioxidants that a bunch of fruits together cannot compete with. They are rich in potassium, which are crucial in maintaining blood pressure levels in our body. One of the most nutritious fruits known to humans, bananas are packed with nutrients and antioxidants that… Read More »
Joints are the parts of your body where your bones meet. Joints allow the bones of your skeleton to move. Joints include: shoulders hips elbows knees Joint pain refers to discomfort, aches, and soreness in any of the body’s joints. Joint pain is a common complaint. It doesn’t typically require a hospital visit. Sometimes, joint pain is the result of… Read More »
After a heart attack, treatment focuses on preventing a future heart attack or any related complications, like a stroke. What you eat has an effect on how your body functions, including your heart. Changing eating habits can help reduce your risk of having another heart attack. Here’s a breakdown of diets that can help and foods that can… Read More »
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) cannot be cured, but the symptoms can be managed.Treatment options can vary because someone with PCOS may experience a range of symptoms, or just 1.The main treatment options are discussed in more detail below. In overweight women, the symptoms and overall risk of developing long-term health problems from PCOS can be greatly improved by losing… Read More »
Are you surprised to see white or grey hair on your scalp way sooner than you expected? If you’re one of those youngsters who is trying to reverse premature greying of hair through various tricks, this article is for you. Greying is a sign of your natural aging process. Your skin has millions of hair follicles that contain… Read More »