12th January 2012
Eczema; also known as atopic or contact dermatitis, can appear at any age and often runs in families with history of allergic disorders such as hay fever and asthma. Other causes may be food allergies, sensitivity to perfumes and chemical reactions. In a...
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12th January 2012
Bronchitis is a common respiratory disorder in which one or more of the lung's airways (bronchi) become inflamed, irritated or infected. As the lining of the bronchi swell, mucus builds up, causing an irresistible urge to cough and clear the throat.
It...
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12th January 2012
Garlic is one of the most valuable foods on this planet and has been used for thousands of years for many diseases and illnesses. It is a member of the onion family and the world's second oldest medicine - the first being Ephedra.
It is a potent immu...
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12th January 2012
Herbs, seasonings and spices are usually derived from natural foods and contain small amounts of nutrients; basically, because they are consumed in small amounts. Some give variety to the flavor of foods, some encourage the flow of digestive juices and s...
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16th September 2011
The most common causes of being overweight are poor diet and/or eating habits and a lack of exercise. Other factors include boredom, diabetes, emotional tension, glandular malfunctions, hypoglycemia and the simple love of food.
Those extra pounds can p...
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27th May 2011
Anxiety is felt by everyone now and then, but uncontrolled anxiety or panic attacks can be a debilitating and terrifying experience. In some cases, the episodes become chronic and ongoing, interfering with a persons ability to live a productive life. Anxi...
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27th May 2011
Diabetes is a metabolic disorder characterized by complete inability, or decreased ability, of the body to utilize carbohydrates. Carbohydrates are normally broken down within the body in the form of glucose, the body's main energy source. The hormone, in...
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27th May 2011
Acne is a common disorder of the oil glands in the skin characterized by the recurring formation of blackheads, whiteheads and pimples. These oil glands, known as sebaceous glands, are found in large numbers on the face, back, chest and shoulders - the si...
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27th May 2011
Back pain may be a symptom of a variety of problems in the muscles, tendons, ligaments, bones or an underlying organ. The many contributors of back pain may be one or several conditions such as; arthritis, osteoporosis, rheumatism, infection and fever, tu...
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22nd March 2011
Bad breath (medically known as halitosis), when not due to the consumption of exotic spices, garlic or onions, is most often caused by mouth dwelling bacteria. Other factors that may be involved include constipation, diabetes, heavy metal buildup, imprope...
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22nd March 2011
Boils, medically referred to as furuncles, are round pus-filled nodules on the skin that result from infection with staphylococcus aureus bacteria. The infection begins in the deepest portion of a hair follicle and then the inflammation spreads.
A car...
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22nd March 2011
Sore throats are often an early warning sign of colds or flu. They can also exist independently as the result of some other viral or bacterial infection. Sometimes they are just minor irritations caused by winter's low humidity or too much cheering at the...
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22nd March 2011
Periodontal disease literally means "disease around the tooth" and is the major cause of tooth loss. The network of bones, gums and ligaments that form the tooth socket are called the periodontium. The gums that surround your teeth are called gingival. ...
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25th January 2011
Nausea is that "queasy" sensation you get in your stomach that makes you feel as if you are about to vomit. It is a common condition that can be caused by a variety of circumstances and conditions.
Feelings of nausea can be caused by constipation, dig...
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25th January 2011
Canker sores; medically known as aphthous stomatitis, are small painful mouth ulcers that can appear on the tongue, lips, gums or the inside of the cheeks. They appear suddenly and often leave suddenly, usually lasting from 4 to 20 days.
The symptoms ...
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