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- Say 'Hi' To Hives - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Sharon BellThey’re red and itchy. They may last for a few hours or days. They can appear anywhere in the body. They’re hives and they can make your life miserable. Hives are raised, red, itchy areas on the skin brought about by the release of histamines and other chemicals in the body during ...
Views: 718 - Preventing Crib Deaths - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2008 from Sharon BellEvery year, in the United States alone, over 8,000 to 10,000 infants die - not because of accidents or infec¬tious diseases; they simply don't wake up from sleep. "This condition is called sudden infant death syn¬drome (SIDS) and it is the most common cause of death during infancy. ...
Views: 536 - What's Best For Goiter - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2008 from Sharon BellGoiter is the swelling of the thyroid gland which commonly occurs in women. It may follow the development of benign nodules or in rare cases may be triggered by benign or malignant tumors or an iodine deficiency. Some people develop goiter as a result of taking certain drugs, especially those ...
Views: 1001 - Do Your Eyes Twitch? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2008 from Sharon BellIf your eyes twitch in the absence of a pretty woman, you probably have a tic or habit spasm. No, I'm not referring to the bloodsucking insects you'll find in dogs. In medical par¬lance, a tic is the repeated contraction of a group of muscles, especially of the face. This habit is common ...
Views: 828 - Another Reason Not To Drink - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Sharon BellAre you a heavy drinker? Do you love to drown yourself in beer and other hard liquor? If so, prepare to be hit by pancreatitis. Pancreatitis is the inflammation of the pancreas, the large yellow gland behind the stomach which secretes digestive juices and hormones necessary for good health. It ...
Views: 671 - Painful Urination - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Sharon BellDo you urinate often? Is it a painful experience? Perhaps you have cystitis, a common problem in women. Cystitis is the inflammation of the urinary bladder, the organ which holds urine before it leaves the body. It is caused by bacteria which have entered the bladder via the urethra, the tube ...
Views: 586 - Contact Lenses Linked To Eye Disease - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Sharon BellContact lenses have helped many people see. But their improper use can lead to a serious eye disease called keratitis. Keratitis is the inflammation of the comea (the clear central portion of the eye). It affects both sexes and can occur in all ages. Causes include a bacterial, viral or fungal ...
Views: 576 - Leprosy: Rare But Frightening Disease - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Sharon BellIt has been with us since ancient times. Its very name strikes fear in the hearts of men and women everywhere. That disease is leprosy – a mutilating and incurable illness. Hansen's disease is the polite term for leprosy which is caused by mycobacterium leprae, bacteria closely related to ...
Views: 561 - Multiple Sclerosis: An Unpredictable Disease - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Sharon BellIn some people, it is a mild illness. In others, it can lead to permanent disability. This is the nature of multiple sclerosis, an unpredictable disease that affects 300,000 people in the United States alone. Myelin is a fatlike substance that covers the nerve fiber found in the brain and ...
Views: 519 - Deadly Skin Disease - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Sharon BellIt’s neither contagious nor cancerous. But this disturbing skin condition can greatly affect your self-esteem and make it difficult for you to perform your daily activities. In case you’re wondering what I’m talking about, it’s scleroderma – a rare disease that can ...
Views: 659 - How Yogurt Can Help - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2008 from Sharon BellMany claims are made for yogurt. Are they true? Unfortunately, reports that the lactic acid bacteria in yogurt will im¬prove your complexion, prevent diarrhea or treat vaginal yeast infections have no scientific basis. Although these bacteria are beneficial to health, they are useless when ...
Views: 546 - Lactic Acid Bacteria And Health - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2008 from Sharon BellThe claims made for yogurt vary from brand to brand but they all promise a healthy life. Should you, therefore, take yogurt for this reason? "No scientist still believes that eating yogurt makes you live longer, but the idea hasn't faded entirely. A few years ago, (one manufacturer) filmed a ...
Views: 842 - Can Yogurt Make You Live Longer? - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2008 from Sharon BellDuring my college days, very few people took yogurt seriously. It had a funny taste and not everyone was willing to make the sacrifice of eating it. That trend changed when yogurt was marketed as a health food. New flavors like vanilla and strawberry were introduced and sugar-free and low-fat ...
Views: 1341 - Do Hemorrhoids Creams Work? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2008 from Sharon BellIf you have hemorrhoids, you may be tempted to try products that claim they can make this annoying and painful condition vanish like magic. However, most of them are a waste of money. None of these products can actually shrink hemorrhoids or make them disappear. At best, these products can ...
Views: 656 - More Folk Remedies For Warts - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2008 from Sharon BellHow did our forefathers deal with warts? The answer may surprise you. Here are more folk remedies taken from Edward F. Dolan's “Folk Medicine Cures & Curiosities”: “There are several tricks that your family might have had you play on the dead. One calls for you to touch a dead ...
Views: 612 - The Ways Of Warts - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2008 from Sharon BellWarts have a very colorful history. The early Greeks and Romans thought this skin disease came from frogs, probably because the latter's rough and somewhat horny skin looked like it was covered with warts. In reality, even if you kiss a frog, it's unlikely you'll get warts unless the amphibian ...
Views: 583 - Are You Susceptible To Hemorroids? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2008 from Sharon BellWho else are susceptible to hemorrhoids? These include those who frequently lift heavy objects, people who stand or sit a lot, and obese individuals. Pregnancy itself does not cause hemorrhoids but it may hasten their development. This is caused by hormones in the woman's body that dilate blood ...
Views: 617 - Help For Hemorrhoids - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2008 from Sharon BellWhat’s the best way to get rid of hemorrhoids? If you're a devout Catholic, you can try calling on St. Fiacre, the patron saint of hemorrhoids. Fiacre was a hermit known for his miraculous cures and strong distaste for women. How he became associated with hemorrhoids is unknown but it ...
Views: 540 - Heart Breaking News About Hemorrhoids - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2008 from Sharon BellIf there's one problem most people won't take sitting down, it's hemor¬rhoids. They're itchy, pain¬ful, and annoying. They're also a lot more common than you think. The French emperor Napo¬leon had hemorrhoids which led to his downfall at Water¬loo. Because he was in so much ...
Views: 784 - The Bad Side Of Tea - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Sharon BellMany believe that a nice hot cup of tea is a good alternative to coffee or those sugar-laced soft drinks. Unfortunately, what most people don’t know is that tea also has a dark side. Although an ordinary cup of tea may have less caffeine than coffee, it has enough stimulants to keep you ...
Views: 574 - What You Can Do About Prostatitis - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Sharon BellProstatitis is the inflammation or infection of the prostate, the male sex gland which produces the alkaline fluid that forms part of the semen. This is a common male problem caused by bacterial infection or, in rare cases, may accompany cancer of the prostate. "Most men will have at least one ...
Views: 660 - Are Hair Spays Harmful? - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Sharon BellHair sprays keep hair in place and protect it from moisture. They are used by both men and women to look good and presentable. But are they safe to use? Do they have any side effects? The old types of hair sprays were made of lacquer (shellac dissolved in alcohol) while the newer ones contain ...
Views: 840 - What To Do With Whiteheads - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Sharon BellAlthough they don’t look as awful as pimples, whiteheads can affect your appearance just the same – the reason why most people hate them. While their real cause is unknown, whiteheads are believed to result from certain hormonal changes in the body that accompany puberty. These ...
Views: 827 - Battling BO - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Sharon BellBothered by body odor or BO? You’re not alone. Millions of people have this problem and like you, they can’t stand it. To understand the nature of the problem, let's examine how sweat is produced. Perspiration is the product of sweat glands which are situated in the deepest of ...
Views: 871 - Pros And Cons Of Hair Straightening - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Sharon BellThinking about straightening your long curly hair? Before you do anything, read this. It could save a lot of trouble. Bear in mind that no hair straightening method is safe nor will any of them give satisfactory results. Pomades or resinous fixatives are the easiest to apply and produce no ...
Views: 7309 - A Menace Called Malaria - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2008 from Sharon BellMalaria is an ancient disease which means "bad air." It was so named in the 18th century because it was linked to the foul air of swamps which people thought was responsible for the condition. Bad air, of course, has nothing to do with malaria but mosquitoes found in swamps and other marshy ...
Views: 643 - Vitamin B6 For PMS? - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2008 from Sharon BellSome women experience a variety of symptoms a week or 10 days before menstruation. These include bloating, weight gain due to water retention, tender or swollen breasts, headaches, backaches, irritability, depression, joint pains and a craving for sweets. These short-lived symptoms are part of ...
Views: 613 - All About Aloe - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2008 from Sharon BellAloe vera is considered a wonder plant for many reasons. It is said to be effective for radiation burns, brown skin spots, psoriasis, varicose veins, arthritis and rashes. It is also a popular ingredient of many shampoos, cleansing lotions, and other beauty products. Other wild claims made ...
Views: 760 - Facts About Coffee - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2008 from Sharon BellIs coffee bad for the health? Only when consumed in excessive amounts. Coffee’s active ingredient is caffeine, a central nervous system stimulant that is found in many soft drinks, chocolate, cocoa, tea, and medicines. The amounts of caffeine in coffee depend on the manner in which it is ...
Views: 1024 - More Bad Breath Q & A - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2008 from Sharon BellCan bad breath be caused by other diseases? Yes, your bad breath could be caused by a medical problem such as an infection of the respiratory tract involving the nose, throat, windpipe, or lungs. These include sinusitis (the inflammation of one of the sinuses or hollow spaces in the bones ...
Views: 725 - Bad Breath Q & A - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2008 from Sharon BellWhat causes bad breath? Bad breath or halitosis has many causes. In 80 to 90 percent of cases, it’s due to something in the mouth. Poor oral hygiene or problems with the teeth, gums, and mouth are the most common causes. Check your mouth first for signs of problems. Be on the lookout for ...
Views: 743 - Trouble-free Driving - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2008 from Sharon BellEvery 1.6 minutes, an American driver backs into trouble. And when he or she does, it usually means costly vehicle repairs or even worse, fatal accidents involving children. This grim scenario comes from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) which said that backover accidents are ...
Views: 575 - Hit The Road Without Hitting People - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2008 from Sharon BellOver a hundred people – mostly children – are killed and 6,000 are injured yearly by vehicles that are backing up, according to the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The editors of Parent magazine said the usual victim is a two-year-old who is hit by a ...
Views: 537 - What Makes Asian Ladies Special - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2008 from Sharon BellAre you lost in the jungle of confusion when it comes to dating Asian women? Puzzled about how to bag the Asian beauty you’ve always wanted? Tongue tied and twisted when you’re in front of a nice Asian babe? Feeling ignorant when it comes to Asian etiquette and dating ...
Views: 753 - Topics To Avoid While Dating - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2008 from Sharon BellIf you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say it. Nowhere is this saying truer than in dating. If you’ve found a nice chick, you naturally want to say something memorable to impress her. Oftentimes, however, men forget this maxim and boldly speak their minds in complete ...
Views: 1089 - How To date An Asian Woman - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2008 from Sharon BellDo you fantasize about making out with Lucy Liu or other Asian beauties? Are you frustrated because you don’t have the nerve or the courage to approach Asian women? Do you grope in the dark or fumble whenever you try to break the ice and have a conversation with an Asian woman? Don’t ...
Views: 986 - Obesity kills thousands yearly - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Sharon BellThe figures are frightening. Obesity is responsible for 300,000 deaths a year and many adults are in danger of suffering from diabetes, heart disease, stroke, gallbladder disease, and cancer because of this. Additionally, obese individuals are 10 to 50 percent more likely to die from the above ...
Views: 602 - Hypertensions kills 5 millions worldwide - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Sharon BellHigh blood pressure or hypertension is a silent killer that affects 600 million people worldwide, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Yet many are unaware that they have the disease and are at risk of developing stroke, heart disease, blindness and kidney failure. The WHO said ...
Views: 864(1 vote) - Smoking Pot Can Lead To Schizophrenia - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from Sharon BellSmoking pot can increase your risk of getting schizophrenia. The risk becomes higher when the drug is used by people under the age of 21. While those with a biological predisposition towards schizophrenia (e.g. a family history of the disease) are at the highest risk, heavy cannabis users ...
Views: 747 - The Voices Janey Hears - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from Sharon BellTo the casual observer, Janey Antoniou looks like an ordinary woman. The 46-year-old molecular biologist works as a mental health trainer for the London police. But what most people don’t know is that she hears voices of people who aren’t there. This is because she is suffering from ...
Views: 656 - Hypertensions Affects Millions - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from Sharon BellIn 2025, one in three adults aged over 20 years or 1.56 billion people worldwide will have hypertension. This frightening prediction comes from Dr. Jiang He and colleagues at Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana, who looked at the overall ...
Views: 520 - The Specter Of Schizophrenia - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from Sharon BellWhat do mathematician John Forbes Nash Jr. and legendary rock star Syd Barrett of the band Pink Floyd have in common? Both suffered from schizophrenia, a mental disorder that begins between the ages of 15 and 25 and affects about one percent of the population or 51 million people worldwide. ...
Views: 645 - Millions Suffer Fom Bpolar Dsorder - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from Sharon BellLife, they say, is like a wheel. Sometimes you’re up; sometimes you’re down. But if your mood stays that way most of the day or everyday, chances are you have bipolar disorder - a mental disorder that affects 222 million people worldwide and is the sixth leading cause of disabilities ...
Views: 684 - Do You Have Bipolar Disorder? - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2008 from Sharon BellAre you easily distracted? Do you have trouble sleeping? Are you depressed or sad one moment and full of confidence and optimism the next time? Do you find it difficult to concentrate? Are you reckless and aggressive at times only to lose interest in everything you do the next moment? If you ...
Views: 1121 - Bad News For Drinkers - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2008 from Sharon BellHere’s bad news for heavy drinkers. Alcoholism and mental illness often go together and this deadly combination can spell disaster for patients and their loved ones. This was revealed by Mayo Clinic psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Hall-Flavin who said that alcoholism and bipolar disorder usually ...
Views: 582 - Diabetes Can Make You Blind - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2008 from Sharon BellMillions of people with diabetes are in danger of going blind unless they seek medical help. This is because of diabetic retinopathy, a common complication of diabetes. Diabetic retinopathy is caused by poorly controlled blood sugar levels that weaken small blood vessels in the retina (the ...
Views: 748 - Using A Peak Flow Meter - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2008 from Sharon BellIf you have asthma, a peak flow meter can tell you how well your lungs are functioning. This small, inexpensive device is easy to use and can warn you of a coming asthma attack. How do you use one? Follow these steps: Fit the mouthpiece in the peak flow meter. Move the sliding indicator to ...
Views: 603 - What To Put In Your Asthma Diary - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2008 from Sharon BellHow do you know if you’re about to have an asthma attack? The answer is plain and simple. Simply pay attention to your symptoms. Asthma rarely occurs without warning so it’s best to keep a diary of symptoms to assess your condition. Your asthma diary should be small enough to fit ...
Views: 621 - Benefits Of Inhaled Asthma Medicines - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2008 from Sharon BellHow can inhaled medicines help asthmatics? One important benefit is that they help you save money in the long run and keep you away from the hospital. This is good news for asthmatics considering that the health-related costs of asthma are great. The disease results in less income due to less ...
Views: 544 - How To Prevent Asthma Attacks - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2008 from Sharon BellCan asthma be cured? What can be done to help asthmatics live normal, productive lives? Unfortunately, there is no cure for asthma but flare-ups can be prevented by identifying your triggers and avoiding them. Learn all you can about the disease and take an active part in treatment so you ...
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