Ovarian cysts are common in women. They usually form during the menstrual cycle and most of the time we do not have any symptoms. They dissolve without causing any pain. However, when there are symptoms and the cyst begins to grow it is necessary to get treatment of ovarian cysts before the symptoms get worse.…
Oral thrush, which is also known as a yeast infection of the mouth, occurs when the body fails to properly manage yeast which is naturally found all about the human body. Oral Thrush can cause an uncomfortable burning sensation, and is accompanied by white spots occurring on the tongue, knees and roof of the mouth.…
Hepatitis C is a very important viral illness that primarily affect the liver. Most recent estimates indicate that about 1-2% of US population are affected by this illness. It is one of the most frequent causes of chronic liver condition, leading to hardening and cancer of the liver. Not surprisingly, hepatitis C remains one of…
In order to understand how alcohol leads to liver disease, you must first understand the function of the liver and alcohol's effects on this function. The liver helps your body break down fat and protein compounds by producing bile which enters the stomach to help the digestive process. It also helps to remove poisons and…
Ouch! You are suffering from one of the most painful diseases and you are wondering how to pass a kidney stone! You are part of the 5% of the population who will develop kidney stones sometimes in their life! You are not alone and water is not the only way to flush them. There are…
There are two possible ways to treat bacterial vaginitis. One path is a doctor, and the other involves natural or holistic medicine plans. A doctor will prescribe medicine one of two ways, oral or topical. Both have the same efficiency rate, but most women prefer the oral medication due to comfort reasons. There are however…
There is one thing about the topic of equine gastric ulcers that I am clear on – the more I learn about it, the more I realize we do not know. Most of the studies that have been done have been to show the effectiveness of omeprazole, an effective drug for curing and preventing ulcers.…
Our diet is an essential factor for the formation of our body. It is clearly stated in an Ayurvedic classic 'Charak Samhita' that consuming improper diet in improper way is the main cause of 'Disease'. According to Charak Samhita – "An appropriate and suitable diet in a disease is equivalent to a hundred drugs and…
Just as the name implies, dandelion root tea is made from the roots of dandelions. Dandelions have been used over the years to treat a host of ailments such as bloating, breast illnesses, fever, gastrointestinal system disorders, joint aches and skin conditions among many other afflictions. Dandelion leaves contain a number of minerals including boron,…
H. pylori may cause, or at least contribute to, many symptoms outside the digestive system of infected people. These symptoms are known as 'extragastric manifestations' of H pylori. Research is recovering associations with more and more extragastric symptoms and diseases. Some of the most common symptoms include: Depression & anxiety Low energy / fatigue Lethargy…
In the last newsletter, we worked through the anatomy of the heart – primarily to lay the groundwork for this issue. By using what we learned in the last issue, we can now explore: Things that can go wrong with the heart. Medical treatments. Limitations that may be inherent in some of those treatments. What…
There are various treatments available for the different manifestations of diabetic retinopathy. It used to be that laser treatment, of one form or the other, was the treatment of choice. Nowadays, there are intraocular injections of steroids, anti-VEGF medications, in addition to the traditional laser. Very soon, sustained release drug delivery systems will be an…
Exercise is important to keep our body running, as it builds up the muscles and ensure the good health. But while performing the intense exercise, it is important for you to keep your pelvic floor muscle strength in your mind. Women dealing with the prolapsed uterus should avoid some of the unsafe abdominal exercises that…
Atherosclerosis is a inflammatory condition of the arterial wall which is characterized by localized lipid rich deposits of atheroma (cholesterol containing leisons) that mostly remain silent until they become large to impair blood flow or until ulceration or erosion of the lesion results in obstruction or embolisation of the affected vessel. Atherosclerosis is a condition…
Red Wine, Heart Disease, Hungry Sharks and Knights in Shining Armor What is so special about wine? What is it that makes it potentially more protective against coronary heart disease, and possibly other diseases, that other forms of alcohol? In recent years, scientists have concluded without doubt that many human diseases such as heart disease,…
